Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB250F

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung ST100 vs Samsung WB250F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ST100 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ST100 was unveiled 4 years prior to the WB250F and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the ST100 scores against the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST100 and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST100 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST100 has got exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has measurements 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the ST100 versus the WB250F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ST100 and WB250F is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ST100 and WB250F.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older ST100 will be behind in sensor innovation.