Samsung WB50F vs Sony WX350

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung WB50F and Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was revealed about the same time to the WX350 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the WB50F matches up versus the WX350 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F comes with external dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB50F and Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the WB50F compared to the WX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and WX350 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and WX350.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony WX350 to provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.