Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W
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![Canon PowerShot SX510 HS front Canon PowerShot SX510 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS/Canon-SX510-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2013
- Older Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX510 HS and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX510 HS was launched 3 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX510 HS matches up vs the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Samsung HZ25W
SX510 HS | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 39 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Canon SX510 HS
HZ25W | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Samsung HZ25W
SX510 HS | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst 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).
Analyze the Canon SX510 HS and Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the HZ25W.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and HZ25W is 80 and 70 respectively.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and HZ25W.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX510 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX510-HS-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 349 gr (0.77 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 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 life | 250 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $249 | $350 |