Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase 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
- Also Known as WB5000

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Samsung. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was brought out 13 months later than the HZ25W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Samsung HZ25W
EX-ZR100 | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Casio EX-ZR100
HZ25W | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Samsung HZ25W
EX-ZR100 | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 enjoys outer measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 and the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and HZ25W.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-ZR100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Samsung |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 204 grams (0.45 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $350 |