Samsung WB250F vs Sony W550

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Samsung WB250F versus Sony W550, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB250F was introduced 18 months later than the W550 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the WB250F grades against the W550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB250F & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB250F Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung WB250F offers outside 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 W550 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Samsung WB250F versus Sony W550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the WB250F vs the W550.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WB250F and W550 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WB250F and W550.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos but you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent WB250F will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.