Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 167g - 116 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced June 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
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB250F, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the WG-10 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WG-10 was introduced 6 months later than the WB250F which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the WG-10 matches up against the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax WG-10 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WG-10 over the Samsung WB250F
WG-10 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Pentax WG-10
WB250F | WG-10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB250F
WG-10 | WB250F | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-10 enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax WG-10 and Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the WG-10 versus the WB250F.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-10 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-10 and WB250F.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account.
Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WG-10 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax WG-10 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.7 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 1.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 59 x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $250 |