FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Samsung HZ25W

On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) and the HS20 EXR (1/2") and HZ25W (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

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The HS20 EXR was manufactured 7 months later than the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HS20 EXR matches up versus the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR provides exterior dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 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).

Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the HS20 EXR against the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and HZ25W is 58 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and HZ25W.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the FujiFilm HS20 EXR will give you greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent HS20 EXR should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.