Canon A1300 vs Samsung WB250F

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A1300 vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was brought out 11 months earlier than the WB250F so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the A1300 matches up versus the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A1300 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A1300 compared to the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A1300 and WB250F.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon A1300 to show extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged A1300 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.