Samsung WB50F vs Sony RX1R

On this page, we are reviewing the Samsung WB50F and Sony RX1R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the WB50F (16MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the WB50F (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The WB50F was introduced 7 months after the RX1R so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WB50F grades against the RX1R when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB50F offers outside dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Samsung WB50F and Sony RX1R in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WB50F compared to the RX1R.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and RX1R is 92 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and RX1R.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WB50F with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX1R will deliver extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The younger WB50F is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.