Samsung WB250F vs Sony NEX-6

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung WB250F versus Sony NEX-6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively similar but the WB250F (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The WB250F was launched 2 months prior to the NEX-6 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the WB250F grades versus the NEX-6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB250F & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB250F comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB250F versus Sony NEX-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the WB250F versus the NEX-6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB250F and NEX-6 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and NEX-6.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The WB250F due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony NEX-6 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively.