Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung WB250F and Sony S930, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the WB250F (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The WB250F was revealed 4 years later than the S930 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the WB250F matches up versus the S930 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB250F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony S930
WB250F | S930 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 49 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+348k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Samsung WB250F
S930 | WB250F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony S930
WB250F | S930 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB250F offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB250F and Sony S930 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the WB250F against the S930.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB250F and S930 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and S930.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB250F to give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern WB250F should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB250F vs Sony S930 Specifications
Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.4" |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 112 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 320x240 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $250 | $219 |