Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W
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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Updated by Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the HZ25W and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the HZ25W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Samsung HZ25W
SX600 HS | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 43 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Canon SX600 HS
HZ25W | SX600 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Samsung HZ25W
SX600 HS | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX600 HS versus Samsung HZ25W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX600 HS and the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and HZ25W.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern SX600 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188g (0.41 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $249 | $350 |