Samsung WB50F vs Sony W650

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung WB50F vs Sony W650, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was brought out 2 years after the W650 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the WB50F grades vs the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F offers external measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W650 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

See the Samsung WB50F vs Sony W650 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the WB50F and the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and W650 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB50F and W650.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images however you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The newer WB50F will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.