Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Released February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon P520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
- Revealed January 2013
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Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P530 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe P530 was brought out 14 months later than the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P530 matches up against the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Samsung WB250F
| P530 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2014 |  | January 2013 | Fresher by 14 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon P530
| WB250F | P530 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P530 and Samsung WB250F
| P530 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P530 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the P530 compared to the WB250F.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and WB250F is 67 and 93 respectively.
Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and WB250F.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon P530 to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern P530 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix P530 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix P530 | Samsung WB250F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 8.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Optional | 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 494g (1.09 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 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 life | 240 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $280 | $250 |