Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F
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37 Features
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Revealed July 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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On this page, we are evaluating the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe XG-1 was brought out 19 months after the WB250F making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the XG-1 matches up against the WB250F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung WB250F
| XG-1 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2014 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 19 months |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Pentax XG-1
| WB250F | XG-1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB250F
| XG-1 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax XG-1 has external measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung WB250F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the XG-1 and the WB250F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and WB250F is 66 and 93 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XG-1 and WB250F.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher XG-1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung WB250F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2014-07-15 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dots | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lb) | 226 gr (0.50 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 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 | 240 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $599 | $250 |