Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F
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Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
(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 PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Below, we are matching up the Samsung PL120 versus Samsung WB250F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Samsung. The image resolution of the PL120 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The PL120 was brought out 24 months earlier than the WB250F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the PL120 scores vs the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung PL120 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Samsung WB250F
PL120 | WB250F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung PL120
WB250F | PL120 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung PL120 and Samsung WB250F
PL120 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL120 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has proportions 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 PL120 versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the PL120 compared to the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the PL120 and WB250F is 99 and 93 respectively.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL120 and WB250F.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged PL120 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Samsung PL120 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Samsung PL120 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung PL120 | Samsung WB250F |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | - | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 226g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Retail price | $150 | $250 |