Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB250F
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon S6300 and Samsung WB250F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S6300 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S6300 was launched 11 months prior to the WB250F and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S6300 grades versus the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6300 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S6300 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Samsung WB250F
| S6300 | WB250F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Nikon S6300
| WB250F | S6300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | February 2012 | Fresher by 11 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S6300 and Samsung WB250F
| S6300 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S6300 against the WB250F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S6300 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6300 and WB250F.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon S6300 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The older S6300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S6300 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | Samsung WB250F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 grams (0.35 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 230 pictures | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |