Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD15

Following is a in depth assessment of the Samsung WB250F versus Sigma SD15, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the WB250F (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The WB250F was unveiled 2 years after the SD15 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WB250F grades versus the SD15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB250F and Sigma SD15. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung WB250F has exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB250F versus Sigma SD15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the WB250F against the SD15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the WB250F and SD15 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and SD15.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WB250F having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung WB250F will offer you more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher WB250F will have an edge in sensor tech.