Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/7000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1104mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Fujifilm S8500 was unveiled within a month of the WB250F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S8500 scores versus the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8500 over the Samsung WB250F
Fujifilm S8500 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Fujifilm S8500
WB250F | Fujifilm S8500 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8500 and Samsung WB250F
Fujifilm S8500 | WB250F | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S8500 has outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8500 versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 vs the WB250F.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and WB250F is 61 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and WB250F.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8500 to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.
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Fujifilm S8500 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8500 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1104mm (46.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/7000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 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 format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lb) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $500 | $250 |