Samsung WB250F vs Sony A550

On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung WB250F versus Sony A550, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the A550 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the WB250F (1/2.3") and A550 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The WB250F was announced 3 years after the A550 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the WB250F grades vs the A550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB250F & Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony A550 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB250F enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony A550 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB250F versus Sony A550 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the WB250F versus the A550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the WB250F and A550 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and A550.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same MP but different sensor dimensions. The WB250F provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more recent WB250F should have an edge in sensor technology.