Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5500
(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
- Revealed January 2013
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we are comparing the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are built by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ50W (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HZ50W was released 3 years earlier than the WB250F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the HZ50W grades versus the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ50W Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Samsung WB250F
HZ50W | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung HZ50W
WB250F | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | May 2010 | Newer by 32 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ50W and Samsung WB250F
HZ50W | WB250F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurements | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ50W has got physical dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Samsung HZ50W versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the HZ50W against the WB250F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ50W and WB250F is 70 and 93 respectively.
Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ50W and WB250F.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged HZ50W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ50W vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Samsung HZ50W | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ50W | Samsung WB250F |
Also referred to as | WB5500 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-05-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE 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 (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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 426g (0.94 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 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 | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $250 |