Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung WB250F

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX10 IS versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the WB250F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX10 IS grades versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX10 IS has got physical measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX10 IS versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX10 IS against the WB250F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and WB250F is 65 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and WB250F.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB250F to show greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.