Samsung WB750 vs Sony HX50V

Let's look more closely at the Samsung WB750 and Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the WB750 (13MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB750 was launched 20 months earlier than the HX50V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WB750 matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB750 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Samsung WB750 provides outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Samsung WB750 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the WB750 vs the HX50V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB750 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB750 and HX50V.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX50V to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older WB750 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.