Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W
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![Canon PowerShot D20 front Canon PowerShot D20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-D20/Canon-D20-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ25W front Samsung HZ25W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ25W/Samsung-HZ25W-front.jpg)
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Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 228g - 112 x 71 x 28mm
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced July 2010
- Also referred to as WB5000
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Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon D20 and Samsung HZ25W, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The D20 was released 2 years after the HZ25W which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D20 matches up against the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D20 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Samsung HZ25W
D20 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Canon D20
HZ25W | D20 |
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Common features in the Canon D20 and Samsung HZ25W
D20 | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon D20 features external measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Canon D20 and Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D20 vs the HZ25W.
![Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.
![Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D20 and HZ25W.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you should really consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern D20 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D20 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D20 | Samsung HZ25W |
Alternate name | - | WB5000 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-06-18 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 lbs) | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $299 | $350 |