Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB250F

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was revealed 4 years prior to the WB250F and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FH22 grades vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH22 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH22 has physical measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH22 vs Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH22 compared to the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH22 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH22 and WB250F.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older FH22 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.