Samsung WB250F vs Sony A7 II

The following is a complete review of the Samsung WB250F vs Sony A7 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the WB250F (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The WB250F was revealed 22 months earlier than the A7 II making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the WB250F grades versus the A7 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB250F and Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB250F has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the WB250F against the A7 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WB250F and A7 II is 93 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB250F and A7 II.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB250F with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7 II will give more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged WB250F is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.