Samsung WB250F vs Sony H55

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB250F and Sony H55, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The WB250F was unveiled 2 years after the H55 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the WB250F grades versus the H55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB250F offers 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) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB250F and Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the WB250F vs the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB250F and H55.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent WB250F provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.