Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W
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36 Features
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70 Imaging
35 Features
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Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Additionally Known as WB5000

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-H15 was launched 6 months prior to the HZ25W so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the EX-H15 matches up versus the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Samsung HZ25W
EX-H15 | HZ25W | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Casio EX-H15
HZ25W | EX-H15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ25W
EX-H15 | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H15 comes with physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Casio EX-H15 and Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-H15 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H15 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and HZ25W.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H15 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.

Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-H15 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 161g (0.35 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $300 | $350 |