Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we are looking at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very comparable but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and WB250F (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The XZ-2 iHS was introduced around the same time to the WB250F so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the XZ-2 iHS grades against the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS enjoys external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the XZ-2 iHS and the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-2 iHS and WB250F is 85 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-2 iHS and WB250F.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XZ-2 iHS having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung WB250F will produce more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.