Canon G12 vs Samsung WB250F

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon G12 versus Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the G12 (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the G12 (1/1.7") and WB250F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The G12 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G12 matches up against the WB250F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G12 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are available at Canon G12 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon G12 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") along with a weight of 401 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Canon G12 versus Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G12 versus the WB250F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G12 and WB250F is 83 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G12 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G12 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung WB250F will provide you with more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older G12 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.