Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR vs Samsung WB50F

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and the Samsung WB50F, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR was introduced in January 2011 and Samsung WB50F was introduced in January 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Highlights

      • 16.0 MP 1/2-inch Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Samsung WB50F Highlights

      • 16.2 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and Samsung WB50F.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR over Samsung WB50F.

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR vs Samsung WB50F
      Larger Sensor 1/2-inch vs 1/2.3-inch
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Single Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Reachs More Telephoto 360 mm vs 288 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 15x vs 12x
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.3 vs f/6.3
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs []
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

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      Advantage of Samsung WB50F

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung WB50F over Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR.

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR vs Samsung WB50F
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.0 Megapixel vs 16.2 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.5 vs f/3.1
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) vs 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Samsung WB50F
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,2003,200
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz)207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR Samsung WB50F
        Small Sensor1/2-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        No Face Detection
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen460k dot460k dot
        No Viewfinder
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and Samsung WB50F have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR features a 16.0 megapixel 1/2-inch [] sensor with dimensions of 6.4 x 4.8 mm and a total area of 30.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Samsung WB50F features a 16.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. Samsung WB50F can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung WB50F

      Samsung WB50F has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      NFC on Samsung WB50F

      Samsung WB50F has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR comes with NP-50 battery pack and Samsung WB50F comes with BP70A battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Samsung WB50F has a single MicroSD/MicroSDHC/MicroSDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR, and up to [] on Samsung WB50F. Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash..

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR body has dimensions of 104 x 63 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.48 x 1.3") and Samsung WB50F body has dimensions of 101 x 68 x 27 mm (3.98 x 2.68 x 1.06"). Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) and Samsung WB50F weighs 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      104 mm

      63 mm

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      68 mm

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      33 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and Samsung WB50F

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and Samsung WB50F for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      GOOD
      70
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR and Samsung WB50F and give them scores of 54 and 48 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      OVERALL
      54
      OVERALL
      48

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.2 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      71
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      BAD
      0
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      46
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix F500EXR

      Samsung WB50F

      POOR
      53
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz)
      POOR
      54
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 207 g (0.46 lb / 7.30 oz)


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