Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9
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Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Announced November 2002
- Replacement is Sigma SD10
Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Overview
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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sigma SD9
WB250F | SD9 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | November 2002 | Newer by 124 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 130k | Crisper display (+330k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD9 over the Samsung WB250F
SD9 | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus |
Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sigma SD9
WB250F | SD9 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Samsung WB250F and Sigma SD9 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Sensor Comparison
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.
Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung WB250F vs Sigma SD9 Specifications
Samsung WB250F | Sigma SD9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung WB250F | Sigma SD9 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2002-11-26 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 3MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 2268 x 1512 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | - |
Total lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 1.8 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 130k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) | 950 gr (2.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $3,001 |