Casio EX-S5 vs Samsung HZ25W

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung HZ25W, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was released 18 months earlier than the HZ25W making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-S5 scores versus the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-S5 and Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-S5 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and HZ25W is 97 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and HZ25W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ25W to give extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-S5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.