Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810
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Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2014

Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung WB50F versus Sony W810, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the W810 (20MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB50F was introduced at a similar time to the W810 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the WB50F grades vs the W810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Sony W810
WB50F | W810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Samsung WB50F
W810 | WB50F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB50F and Sony W810
WB50F | W810 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2014 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB50F enjoys physical 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 W810 has measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the Samsung WB50F versus Sony W810 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the WB50F versus the W810.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and W810 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and W810.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony W810 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.

Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB50F vs Sony W810 Specifications
Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB50F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-01-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | - | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | - | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash modes | - | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 207 grams (0.46 lbs) | 111 grams (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BP70A | NP-BN |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $100 |