Samsung MV800 vs Samsung WB250F

Let's look more in depth at the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Samsung. The resolution of the MV800 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The MV800 was launched 16 months prior to the WB250F making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the MV800 scores vs the WB250F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung MV800 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Samsung MV800 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung MV800 has exterior measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Samsung MV800 versus Samsung WB250F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the MV800 compared to the WB250F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the MV800 and WB250F is 97 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the MV800 and WB250F.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung MV800 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged MV800 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.