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Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
36
Overall
38
Samsung WB50F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V front
Portability
89
Imaging
44
Features
57
Overall
49

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Key Specs

Samsung WB50F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
  • Launched January 2014
Sony HX50V
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
  • 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
  • Revealed April 2013
  • Succeeded the Sony HX30V
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Overview

Let's take a closer look at the Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The WB50F was introduced 9 months later than the HX50V and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the WB50F matches up versus the HX50V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony HX50V

 WB50F HX50V 
RevealedJanuary 2014April 2013Fresher by 9 months

Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Samsung WB50F

 HX50V WB50F 
Display resolution921k460kSharper display (+461k dot)

Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX50V

 WB50F HX50V 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB50F has physical measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the WB50F against the HX50V.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and HX50V is 92 and 89 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WB50F and HX50V.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX50V to give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent WB50F should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V sensor size comparison

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB50F Portrait photography features
Sony HX50V Portrait photography features
37
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
50
has manual focus
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
offers face detect autofocus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB50F as a Street photography camera
Sony HX50V as a Street photography camera
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (272 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB50F Sports photography information
Sony HX50V Sports photography information
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
57
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
offers tracking focus
great battery power (400 CIPA)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB50F Travel photography factors
Sony HX50V Travel photography factors
69
lighter than competition in class (207g)
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
great battery power (400 shots)
lighter than competitors (272 grams)
MP count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5 )
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung WB50F
Landscape photography with Sony HX50V
47
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
53
has manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
decent sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
great battery power (400 shots)
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5 )
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB50F Vlogging details
Sony HX50V Vlogging details
30
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (207g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
34
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect autofocus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (272 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5 )
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX50V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB50F and Sony HX50V
 Samsung WB50FSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
General Information
Company Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung WB50F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2014-01-07 2013-04-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 5184 x 2920
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-6.3 f/3.5 - 6.3
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - XtraFine LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 207 gr (0.46 pounds) 272 gr (0.60 pounds)
Dimensions 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 400 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID BP70A NP-BX1
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $180 $439