Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out 23 months earlier than the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX220 HS scores versus the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 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).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS vs the WB250F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and WB250F.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung WB250F to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SX220 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.