Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F
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Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Other Name is ST5000
(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
- Announced January 2013
Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Samsung TL240 versus Samsung WB250F, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL240 (14MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe TL240 was announced 4 years earlier than the WB250F which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the TL240 matches up against the WB250F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung TL240 & Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL240 Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL240 over the Samsung WB250F
TL240 | WB250F | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung TL240
WB250F | TL240 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2010 | More modern by 36 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung TL240 and Samsung WB250F
TL240 | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung TL240 offers external dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL240 versus Samsung WB250F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TL240 versus the WB250F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TL240 and WB250F is 95 and 93 respectively.
Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL240 and WB250F.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged TL240 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung TL240 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Samsung TL240 | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung TL240 | Samsung WB250F |
Otherwise known as | ST5000 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4334 x 3256 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 4800 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 31-217mm (7.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 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 | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 226g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | ||
Battery model | SLB-11A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $171 | $250 |