• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 86.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 14.2 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 432.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Samsung NV24 HD advantages over Samsung WB250F

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.43 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Lighter weight
    133g vs 226g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options

Samsung WB250F advantages over Samsung NV24 HD

  • Less expensive
    $250 vs $349 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • More telephoto lens reach
    432 mm vs 86 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Newer
    13 years vs 18 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • More pixels
    14.2 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    16 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NV40

Samsung NV24 HD
Samsung NV40
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $329
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
Samsung WB250F
Samsung NV40
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $329
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FX35

Samsung NV24 HD
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure
Samsung WB250F
Panasonic DMC-FX35
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $350
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Lighter weight

Compared to Nikon S610c

Samsung NV24 HD
Nikon S610c
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $330
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • More telephoto lens reach
Samsung WB250F
Nikon S610c
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
  • $330
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture

Compared to Samsung WB150F

Samsung NV24 HD
Samsung WB150F
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • HDMI out
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Samsung WB250F
Samsung WB150F
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Shoots 1080p video
  • $330
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in GPS

Compared to Panasonic ZS19

Samsung NV24 HD
Panasonic ZS19
  • $349
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen
Samsung WB250F
Panasonic ZS19
  • $325
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video
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