Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Announced May 2009
- Renewed by Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was launched 4 years before the WB250F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SX200 IS matches up versus the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Samsung WB250F
SX200 IS | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon SX200 IS
WB250F | SX200 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 44 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Samsung WB250F
SX200 IS | WB250F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX200 IS and the WB250F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX200 IS and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and WB250F.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB250F to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged SX200 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $329 | $250 |