Casio EX-FH25 vs Samsung HZ15W

Here, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-FH25 versus Samsung HZ15W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FH25 was announced 17 months later than the HZ15W which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-FH25 matches up against the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 & Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH25 enjoys exterior dimensions of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-FH25 against the HZ15W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH25 and HZ15W is 69 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH25 and HZ15W.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung HZ15W to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer EX-FH25 will have an edge in sensor innovation.