Samsung WB50F vs Sony W610

Here is a in depth analysis of the Samsung WB50F vs Sony W610, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was launched 2 years later than the W610 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WB50F matches up vs the W610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony W610 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F comes with outside dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony W610 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the WB50F vs the W610.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WB50F and W610 is 92 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and W610.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB50F to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern WB50F will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.