Samsung WB250F vs Sony A7S III

In this article, we are analyzing the Samsung WB250F versus Sony A7S III, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is very close but the WB250F (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB250F was announced 8 years before the A7S III and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WB250F matches up versus the A7S III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB250F & Sony Alpha A7S III. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony A7S III Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB250F has exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony A7S III has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WB250F compared to the A7S III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB250F and A7S III is 93 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and A7S III.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The WB250F having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung WB250F will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older WB250F will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.