Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Released September 2012
- Succeeded the Canon S100
- Later Model is Canon S120
(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 S110 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S110 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very close but the S110 (1/1.7") and WB250F (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The S110 was manufactured 3 months prior to the WB250F which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S110 grades against the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S110 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Canon S110 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Samsung WB250F
S110 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon S110
WB250F | S110 |
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Common features in the Canon S110 and Samsung WB250F
S110 | WB250F | |||
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Released | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon S110 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S110 against the WB250F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S110 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S110 and WB250F.
Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S110 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Samsung WB250F will provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.

Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $250 |