Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Launched January 2019
- Previous Model is Nikon A900
(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
- Announced January 2013
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Lets look more closely at the Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A1000 was launched 6 years after the WB250F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A1000 scores vs the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Samsung WB250F
A1000 | WB250F | |||
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Announced | January 2019 | January 2013 | More modern by 74 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon A1000
WB250F | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Samsung WB250F
A1000 | WB250F | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A1000 comes with outside dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while 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).
Contrast the Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the A1000 against the WB250F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and WB250F is 86 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and WB250F.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon A1000 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2019-01-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 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 | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $477 | $250 |