Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3300 IS was introduced 24 months earlier than the WB250F which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A3300 IS grades vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Samsung WB250F
A3300 IS | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon A3300 IS
WB250F | A3300 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB250F
A3300 IS | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS has got external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3300 IS and Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A3300 IS vs the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and WB250F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3300 IS and WB250F.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon A3300 IS to produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A3300 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3300 IS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 lbs) | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $200 | $250 |