Samsung NX5 vs Samsung WB250F

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung NX5 and Samsung WB250F, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Samsung. The resolution of the NX5 (15MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty similar but the NX5 (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The NX5 was manufactured 3 years before the WB250F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the NX5 scores versus the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX5 & Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX5 enjoys outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the NX5 compared to the WB250F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX5 and WB250F is 80 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX5 and WB250F.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX5 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged NX5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.