Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung HZ25W

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX30 IS versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX30 IS was brought out 3 months later than the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX30 IS scores versus the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS has got physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX30 IS against the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX30 IS and HZ25W is 64 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX30 IS and HZ25W.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX30 IS to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.