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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40
Samsung WB250F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610 front
Portability
97
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Key Specs

Samsung WB250F
(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
  • Launched January 2013
Sony W610
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 52 x 19mm
  • Released January 2012
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Samsung WB250F and Sony W610, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WB250F was released 13 months after the W610 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the WB250F scores against the W610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony W610

 WB250F W610 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 13 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W610 over the Samsung WB250F

 W610 WB250F 

Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony W610

 WB250F W610 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung WB250F enjoys physical dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Sony W610 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Samsung WB250F and Sony W610 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the WB250F vs the W610.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the WB250F and W610 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the WB250F and W610.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The more modern WB250F is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB250F Portrait photography features
Sony W610 Portrait photography features
36
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB250F Street photography advice
Sony W610 Street photography advice
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others (226g)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
lighter than competition (113g)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Samsung WB250F
Sports photography with Sony W610
52
great zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB250F Travel photography highlights
Sony W610 Travel photography highlights
69
lighter than others (226g)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
long zoom (432mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
69
lighter than competition (113 grams)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB250F Landscape photography highlights
Sony W610 Landscape photography highlights
44
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
33
decently wide (26mm)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB250F Vlogging information
Sony W610 Vlogging information
35
reasonably wide (24mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (226g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no mic socket
28
decently wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (113 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W610 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB250F and Sony W610
 Samsung WB250FSony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model type Samsung WB250F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-01-07 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - BIONZ
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-432mm (18.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 16 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.50 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 226 gr (0.50 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") 93 x 52 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7")
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 images
Style of battery - 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 SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $250 $200