Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F
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93 Imaging
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Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2011
- Replacement is Nikon P310
(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
- Revealed January 2013
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The following is a complete review of the Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P300 was revealed 19 months earlier than the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the P300 matches up vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Samsung WB250F
| P300 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon P300
| WB250F | P300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | May 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Samsung WB250F
| P300 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 features outside dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the P300 and the WB250F.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the P300 and WB250F is 92 and 93 respectively.
Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and WB250F.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB250F to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged P300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon P300 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P300 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Samsung WB250F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2011-05-31 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 922k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) | 226 grams (0.50 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 240 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $500 | $250 |
