Samsung WB50F vs Sony T99

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung WB50F versus Sony T99, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was manufactured 3 years later than the T99 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the WB50F matches up against the T99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F has external dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung WB50F versus Sony T99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the WB50F compared to the T99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and T99 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and T99.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB50F to result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The newer WB50F is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.