Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung WB250F and Sigma SD9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the WB250F (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The WB250F was unveiled 10 years after the SD9 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the WB250F scores versus the SD9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB250F & Sigma SD9. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung WB250F offers external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD9 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the WB250F compared to the SD9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and SD9 is 93 and 54 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and SD9.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB250F with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung WB250F will offer greater detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent WB250F will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.