Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F
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Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed August 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX200
- Replacement is Samsung NX300
(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
- Released January 2013

Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX210 versus Samsung WB250F, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the NX210 (20MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the NX210 (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

The NX210 was unveiled 4 months prior to the WB250F so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NX210 grades versus the WB250F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX210 & Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Samsung WB250F
NX210 | WB250F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung NX210
WB250F | NX210 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX210 and Samsung WB250F
NX210 | WB250F | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 has outside dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
See the Samsung NX210 versus Samsung WB250F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the NX210 versus the WB250F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the NX210 and WB250F is 90 and 93 respectively.

Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and WB250F.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The NX210 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX210 will give you more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.

Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung NX210 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Samsung NX210 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung NX210 | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-08-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 719 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $625 | $250 |