Samsung WB250F vs Sony HX99

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB250F vs Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the WB250F (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) boast different sensor sizing.

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The WB250F was unveiled 6 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the WB250F matches up vs the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung WB250F comes with 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) while the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the Samsung WB250F vs Sony HX99 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB250F compared to the HX99.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and HX99 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and HX99.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB250F having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX99 will result in extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged WB250F will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.