Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 27-810mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 583g - 122 x 87 x 93mm
- Announced May 2012
- Older Model is Sony HX100V
- Replacement is Sony HX300

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The WB50F was introduced 21 months later than the HX200V making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB50F grades vs the HX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony HX200V
WB50F | HX200V | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2012 | Fresher by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX200V over the Samsung WB50F
HX200V | WB50F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX200V
WB50F | HX200V | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung WB50F has outside dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX200V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the WB50F against the HX200V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and HX200V is 92 and 66 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and HX200V.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX200V to render extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern WB50F will have an edge in sensor technology.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX200V Specifications
Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2012-05-11 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 27-810mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | - | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 12.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 207 grams (0.46 pounds) | 583 grams (1.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 122 x 87 x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 450 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP70A | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $180 | $480 |