Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Introduced July 2012
- Old Model is Nikon P500
- Refreshed by Nikon P520
(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
- Launched January 2013
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Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe P510 was revealed 6 months prior to the WB250F which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the P510 matches up versus the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P510 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Samsung WB250F
| P510 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
| Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon P510
| WB250F | P510 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P510 and Samsung WB250F
| P510 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | July 2012 | January 2013 | Similar generation | |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
| Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P510 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the P510 versus the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the P510 and WB250F is 66 and 93 respectively.
Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the P510 and WB250F.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P510 to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively.
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Nikon P510 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P510 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix P510 | Samsung WB250F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2012-07-05 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
| 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) | 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 555 gr (1.22 lb) | 226 gr (0.50 lb) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 200 pictures | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $600 | $250 |