Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB250F

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was announced 24 months prior to the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH2 scores versus the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 provides outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH2 against the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH2 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.