Nikon A1000 vs Samsung WB250F

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.