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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40
Samsung WB250F front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Key Specs

Samsung WB250F
(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
  • Released January 2013
Sony W620
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
  • Released January 2012
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung WB250F and Sony W620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the WB250F (14MP) and the W620 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WB250F was introduced 13 months after the W620 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the WB250F grades vs the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony W620

 WB250F W620 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 13 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung WB250F

 W620 WB250F 

Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony W620

 WB250F W620 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB250F enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung WB250F and Sony W620 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the WB250F versus the W620.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the WB250F and W620 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB250F and W620.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer WB250F provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB250F Portrait photography highlights
Sony W620 Portrait photography highlights
36
good resolution (14MP)
offers face detection focus
no manual focus
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
33
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung WB250F
Street photography with Sony W620
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (226 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
56
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB250F Sports photography highlights
Sony W620 Sports photography highlights
52
excellent zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
offers tracking autofocus
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
32
MP count decent (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB250F Travel photography highlights
Sony W620 Travel photography highlights
69
lighter than average in class (226g)
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (432mm)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
68
lighter than competition in class (116g)
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB250F Landscape photography factors
Sony W620 Landscape photography factors
44
fairly wide (24mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse function
33
rather wide (28mm)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung WB250F Vlogging advice
Sony W620 Vlogging advice
35
fairly wide (24mm)
touch screen
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average in class (226g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
no external mic support
30
rather wide (28mm)
includes face detection focusing
lighter than competition in class (116g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic support
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB250F and Sony W620
 Samsung WB250FSony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung WB250F Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-07 2012-01-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - BIONZ
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-432mm (18.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.8 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT LCD Clear Photo TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 16 seconds 2 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 8.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 3.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 226 grams (0.50 pounds) 116 grams (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 220 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-BN
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
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
Launch price $250 $102