Olympus SZ-12 vs Samsung WB250F

Lets look more closely at the Olympus SZ-12 versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was launched 12 months before the WB250F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SZ-12 matches up against the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-12 & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 provides outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-12 versus the WB250F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-12 and WB250F is 89 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and WB250F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older SZ-12 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.