Nikon S9300 vs Samsung WB250F

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon S9300 vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was launched 5 months earlier than the WB250F which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S9300 scores against the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S9300 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S9300 enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements 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 consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S9300 and the WB250F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S9300 and WB250F.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon S9300 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively.