Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3/Panasonic-SZ3-front.jpg)
![Samsung WB250F front Samsung WB250F front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-WB250F/Samsung-WB250F-front.jpg)
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the SZ3 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SZ3 was released very close to the WB250F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ3 grades versus the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic SZ3 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Samsung WB250F
SZ3 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Panasonic SZ3
WB250F | SZ3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic SZ3 and Samsung WB250F
SZ3 | WB250F | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ3 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 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).
Take a look at the Panasonic SZ3 versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ3 and the WB250F.
![Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-vs-Samsung-WB250F-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ3 and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-vs-Samsung-WB250F-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ3 and WB250F.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ3 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively.
![Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-vs-Samsung-WB250F-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ3-vs-Samsung-WB250F-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic SZ3 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $150 | $250 |