Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W
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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Successor is Canon SX20 IS
(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
- Released July 2010
- Also referred to as WB5000
Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX10 IS (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX10 IS was launched 17 months earlier than the HZ25W which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX10 IS grades versus the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Samsung HZ25W
SX10 IS | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Canon SX10 IS
HZ25W | SX10 IS | |||
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Released | July 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 17 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Samsung HZ25W
SX10 IS | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX10 IS has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX10 IS versus the HZ25W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and HZ25W is 65 and 70 respectively.
Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX10 IS and HZ25W.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung HZ25W to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $275 | $350 |