Samsung WB250F vs Sony HX200V

Below, we are analyzing the Samsung WB250F and Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The WB250F was unveiled 9 months later than the HX200V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the WB250F scores against the HX200V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung WB250F provides external 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 HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Samsung WB250F and Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB250F against the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and HX200V is 93 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and HX200V.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX200V to provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher WB250F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.