Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W
99 Imaging
35 Features
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70 Imaging
35 Features
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5000

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Samsung. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z16 was brought out 3 months later than the HZ25W so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-Z16 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z16 grades against the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Samsung HZ25W
EX-Z16 | HZ25W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Casio EX-Z16
HZ25W | EX-Z16 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung HZ25W
EX-Z16 | HZ25W | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and 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).
Examine the Casio EX-Z16 and Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 compared to the HZ25W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and HZ25W is 99 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and HZ25W.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z16 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also referred to as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-09-20 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | - | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | 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 | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 848x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | - | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $100 | $350 |