Samsung WB250F vs Sony W230
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38 Features
44 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
25 Overall
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W230 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 156g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Released February 2009
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung WB250F and Sony W230, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the W230 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe WB250F was unveiled 3 years after the W230 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the WB250F scores vs the W230 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB250F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony W230
| WB250F | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W230 over the Samsung WB250F
| W230 | WB250F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony W230
| WB250F | W230 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Samsung WB250F vs Sony W230 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB250F provides external dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Samsung WB250F and Sony W230 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WB250F compared to the W230.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the WB250F and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Samsung WB250F vs Sony W230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the WB250F and W230.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB250F to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger WB250F will have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W230 Specifications
| Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Samsung | Sony |
| Model type | Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| 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) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.8-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 1s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 226g (0.50 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $250 | $180 |
