Panasonic S3 vs Samsung WB250F

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic S3 versus 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 S3 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S3 was unveiled 24 months before the WB250F making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S3 scores versus the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 & Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S3 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions 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 S3 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S3 versus the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S3 and WB250F.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.