Samsung WB50F vs Sony WX80

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung WB50F and Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB50F (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB50F was brought out 13 months later than the WX80 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the WB50F scores vs the WX80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB50F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB50F Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB50F enjoys outer dimensions 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 WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB50F and Sony WX80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the WB50F against the WX80.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB50F and WX80 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB50F and WX80.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer WB50F should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.