Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 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
- Released January 2013
(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

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").

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.

Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB250F and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung WB250F Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Sony W620
WB250F | W620 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Samsung WB250F
W620 | WB250F |
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Common features in the Samsung WB250F and Sony W620
WB250F | W620 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Samsung WB250F vs Sony W620 Specifications
Samsung WB250F | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
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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 |