Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB250F
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Launched January 2013
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Its time to look a bit more closely at the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB250F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the DV300F (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe DV300F was brought out 12 months before the WB250F so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the DV300F grades against the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung DV300F & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are available at Samsung DV300F Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Samsung WB250F
| DV300F | WB250F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung DV300F
| WB250F | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB250F
| DV300F | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 460k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung DV300F enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while 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).
Take a look at the Samsung DV300F and Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the DV300F against the WB250F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the DV300F and WB250F is 96 and 93 respectively.
Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the DV300F and WB250F.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung DV300F to give more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older DV300F is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Samsung DV300F vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
| Samsung DV300F | Samsung WB250F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Samsung |
| Model | Samsung DV300F | Samsung WB250F |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-01-02 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.5-6.3 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.10 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133g (0.29 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 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 model | BP88 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $200 | $250 |