Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(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
- Announced January 2013

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more closely at the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SP-820UZ was introduced 4 months earlier than the WB250F which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SP-820UZ grades vs the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Samsung WB250F
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Olympus SP-820UZ
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Samsung WB250F
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus SP-820UZ has outside dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the WB250F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and WB250F is 69 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and WB250F.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-08-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 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 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lb) | 226 gr (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $299 | $250 |