Samsung WB250F vs Sony TX55
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony TX55 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Launched July 2011
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On this page, we are contrasting the Samsung WB250F versus Sony TX55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe WB250F was unveiled 18 months later than the TX55 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the WB250F scores against the TX55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB250F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony TX55
| WB250F | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Samsung WB250F
| TX55 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3.3" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony TX55
| WB250F | TX55 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Samsung WB250F vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Samsung WB250F features exterior measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Samsung WB250F versus Sony TX55 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB250F against the TX55.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and TX55 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Samsung WB250F vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and TX55.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony TX55 to show more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern WB250F will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony TX55 Specifications
| Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-24 |
| Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.70 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 226 grams (0.50 pounds) | 109 grams (0.24 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Battery life | - | 250 shots |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $250 | $350 |
