Nikon P950 vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we are looking at the Nikon P950 and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P950 was unveiled 7 years later than the WB250F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the P950 matches up versus the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P950 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P950 enjoys outside measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") along with a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Nikon P950 and Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the P950 vs the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and WB250F is 52 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and WB250F.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon P950 to give you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger P950 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.