Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon B500 and Samsung HZ50W side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon B500 has external dimensions of 114 x 78 x 95 mm (4.49 x 3.07 x 3.74″) and weighs 541 g (1.19 lb / 19.08 oz) (including batteries). Samsung HZ50W has external dimensions of 116 x 83 x 91 mm (4.57 x 3.27 x 3.58″) and weighs 426 g (0.94 lb / 15.03 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon B500 and the Samsung HZ50W. Nikon B500 is 2mm narrower and 5mm shorter than Samsung HZ50W but it is also 4mm thicker.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Samsung HZ50W is significantly lighter (115g ) than the Nikon B500 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix B500 nor Samsung HZ50W (WB5500) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon B500 and Samsung HZ50W's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Nikon B500 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Samsung HZ50W has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to B500.