Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330
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38 Features
44 Overall
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2010

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the W330 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The WB250F was manufactured 3 years after the W330 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony W330 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the WB250F grades vs the W330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony W330
WB250F | W330 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Samsung WB250F
W330 | WB250F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony W330
WB250F | W330 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB250F comes with physical 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) while the Sony W330 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the WB250F versus the W330.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the WB250F and W330 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and W330.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The younger WB250F is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W330 Specifications
Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-432mm (18.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $250 | $170 |