Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 6 months after the WB250F so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX160 IS grades vs the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS has got outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS against the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and WB250F is 86 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX160 IS and WB250F.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX160 IS to produce extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively.