Samsung WB50F vs Sony RX100 IV

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung WB50F vs Sony RX100 IV, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively close but the WB50F (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The WB50F was unveiled 17 months prior to the RX100 IV which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB50F scores vs the RX100 IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F has got exterior dimensions 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 RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

See the Samsung WB50F vs Sony RX100 IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the WB50F and the RX100 IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and RX100 IV is 92 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and RX100 IV.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB50F using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony RX100 IV will render extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WB50F will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.