Pentax W60 vs Samsung WB250F

The following is a in-depth overview of the Pentax W60 versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the W60 (10MP) and WB250F (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The W60 was released 4 years earlier than the WB250F which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the W60 grades versus the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio W60 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax W60 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax W60 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax W60 versus Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the W60 and the WB250F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the W60 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the W60 and WB250F.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB250F to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged W60 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.