Fujifilm X-A1 vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung WB250F, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was announced 11 months after the WB250F which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 comes with exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-A1 and Samsung WB250F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and WB250F is 87 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and WB250F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-A1 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-A1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.