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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37
Samsung HZ35W front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced June 2010
  • Other Name is WB650
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 HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Samsung HZ35W versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are sold by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ35W (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ35W was introduced 3 years earlier than the WB250F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the HZ35W matches up against the WB250F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung WB250F

 HZ35W WB250F 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display resolution614k460kClearer display (+154k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung HZ35W

 WB250F HZ35W 
LaunchedJanuary 2013June 2010Newer by 31 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung HZ35W and Samsung WB250F

 HZ35W WB250F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ35W has outside dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the HZ35W vs the WB250F.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ35W and WB250F is 91 and 93 respectively.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ35W and WB250F.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB250F to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged HZ35W will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung HZ35W as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Portrait photography camera
34
focusing manually
provides face detect autofocus
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
36
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ35W Street photography details
Samsung WB250F Street photography details
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (226 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ35W Sports photography features
Samsung WB250F Sports photography features
42
excellent zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking focus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
52
amazing zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung HZ35W as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Travel photography camera
63
lighter than average (245 grams)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long zoom (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than others (226 grams)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
very long zoom (432mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
does not offer selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung HZ35W Landscape photography details
Samsung WB250F Landscape photography details
43
focusing manually
decently wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
44
fairly wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung HZ35W
Vlogging with Samsung WB250F
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decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than average (245g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic socket
35
fairly wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others (226g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of external mic socket
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Samsung HZ35W vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ35W and Samsung WB250F
 Samsung HZ35WSamsung WB250F
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung HZ35W Samsung WB250F
Other name WB650 -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2010-06-16 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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-360mm (15.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 614 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16s 16s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 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 Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 245 grams (0.54 pounds) 226 grams (0.50 pounds)
Physical dimensions 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") 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 model SLB-11A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $300 $250