Canon N vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon N vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe N was manufactured within a month of the WB250F and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the N scores versus the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Samsung WB250F
N | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon N
WB250F | N | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Samsung WB250F
N | WB250F | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2013 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon N enjoys outside dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Canon N vs Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the N against the WB250F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the N and WB250F.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB250F to offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.
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Canon N vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G touch | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195g (0.43 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $250 |