Samsung WB50F vs Sony TX30

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung WB50F vs Sony TX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was introduced 6 months after the TX30 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the WB50F scores against the TX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB50F enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB50F vs Sony TX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB50F vs the TX30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and TX30 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB50F and TX30.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Sony TX30 to show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.