Panasonic S1 vs Samsung WB250F

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic S1 and Samsung WB250F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1 was brought out 24 months earlier than the WB250F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1 grades versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 and Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S1 compared to the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung WB250F to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.