Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F
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Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Introduced January 2013

Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Kodak Z915 versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z915 (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Z915 was introduced 5 years earlier than the WB250F which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z915 matches up against the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Samsung WB250F
Z915 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Kodak Z915
WB250F | Z915 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Samsung WB250F
Z915 | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak Z915 provides outer dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z915 versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Z915 and the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and WB250F.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB250F to offer greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Z915 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Samsung |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 25 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 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 | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $200 | $250 |