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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Released August 2012
Samsung WB250F
(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
  • Launched January 2013
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Overview

Here is a in-depth overview of the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Galaxy Camera 3G was introduced 4 months prior to the WB250F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Galaxy Camera 3G scores against the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Samsung WB250F

 Galaxy Camera 3G WB250F 
Display size4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 WB250F Galaxy Camera 3G 
Display resolution460k0kClearer display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung WB250F

 Galaxy Camera 3G WB250F 
LaunchedAugust 2012January 2013Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has outside dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Galaxy Camera 3G against the WB250F.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 3G and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy Camera 3G and WB250F.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Portrait photography with Samsung WB250F
30
good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
36
decent MP (14 megapixels)
comes with face detection focus
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (305g)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (226g)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography highlights
Samsung WB250F Sports photography highlights
45
incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
52
great zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography details
Samsung WB250F Travel photography details
72
lighter than others (305 grams)
good megapixels (16MP)
relatively wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
does not have selfie friendly display
69
lighter than average (226g)
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (432mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography information
Samsung WB250F Landscape photography information
47
relatively wide (23mm)
very good max aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse recording
44
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging highlights
Samsung WB250F Vlogging highlights
37
relatively wide (23mm)
very good max aperture (f)
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (305 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have external microphone port
35
rather wide (24mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (226g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic socket
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G and Samsung WB250F
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3GSamsung WB250F
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Samsung WB250F
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-08-29 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest resolution - 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 23-481mm (20.9x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.2-5.8
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 4.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 0k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Flash options no built-in flash -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 305 gr (0.67 pounds) 226 gr (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $606 $250