Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung WB250F

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH8 was manufactured 12 months prior to the WB250F and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FH8 matches up vs the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH8 features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FH8 vs the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH8 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH8 and WB250F.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH8 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH8 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.