Samsung WB50F vs Sony HX7V

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung WB50F and Sony HX7V, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was manufactured 2 years later than the HX7V and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the WB50F grades against the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB50F has outer dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB50F vs the HX7V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and HX7V is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The visual below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and HX7V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher WB50F should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.