Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F
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Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX520 HS
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was launched 2 years later than the WB250F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX530 HS grades against the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Samsung WB250F
SX530 HS | WB250F | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Canon SX530 HS
WB250F | SX530 HS | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Samsung WB250F
SX530 HS | WB250F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS has outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the WB250F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and WB250F is 69 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and WB250F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon SX530 HS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern SX530 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.6 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 442 grams (0.97 lbs) | 226 grams (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 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 life | 210 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $379 | $250 |