Samsung SH100 vs Samsung WB250F

Below is a extended review of the Samsung SH100 versus Samsung WB250F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Samsung. The image resolution of the SH100 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH100 was announced 24 months prior to the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SH100 scores versus the WB250F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung SH100 and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung SH100 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung SH100 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 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).

Look at the Samsung SH100 versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SH100 against the WB250F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SH100 and WB250F is 99 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SH100 and WB250F.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older SH100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.