Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched February 2009

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The WB250F was brought out 3 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the WB250F scores versus the S980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony S980
WB250F | S980 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Samsung WB250F
S980 | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony S980
WB250F | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB250F has got physical measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the WB250F compared to the S980.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB250F and S980.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern WB250F should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB250F vs Sony S980 Specifications
Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $250 | $300 |