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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
54
Imaging
36
Features
29
Overall
33
FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

FujiFilm S200EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.6" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-436mm (F2.8-5.3) lens
  • 865g - 133 x 94 x 145mm
  • Revealed July 2009
  • Alternative Name is FinePix S205EXR
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Push 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
  • Alternative Name is WB5000
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

The following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the S200EXR (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very well matched but the S200EXR (1/1.6") and HZ25W (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The S200EXR was brought out 11 months earlier than the HZ25W so they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S200EXR matches up vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S200EXR over the Samsung HZ25W

 S200EXR HZ25W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the FujiFilm S200EXR

 HZ25W S200EXR 
RevealedJuly 2010July 2009Newer by 11 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm S200EXR and Samsung HZ25W

 S200EXR HZ25W 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S200EXR provides exterior dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S200EXR compared to the HZ25W.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S200EXR and HZ25W is 54 and 70 respectively.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S200EXR and HZ25W.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The S200EXR uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting bokeh simpler. The more aged S200EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm S200EXR
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ25W
45
focusing manually
offers face detect focus
exports RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.6")
34
manual focus
saves RAW formats
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR as a Street photography camera
Samsung HZ25W as a Street photography camera
45
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/1.6")
heavier than competition in class (865 grams)
55
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm S200EXR
Sports photography with Samsung HZ25W
34
amazing zoom range (31-436mm 14.1 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/1.6")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
34
long zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Travel photography info
Samsung HZ25W Travel photography info
38
has built in flash
long reach (436mm)
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (865 grams)
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
52
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
great reach (624mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm S200EXR
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ25W
34
focusing manually
built in image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/1.6")
no Time Lapse function
43
manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S200EXR Vlogging advice
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging advice
19
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
wide angle not fantastic (31mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic socket
heavier than competition in class (865 grams)
24
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
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FujiFilm S200EXR vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S200EXR and Samsung HZ25W
 FujiFilm FinePix S200EXRSamsung HZ25W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR Samsung HZ25W
Also called as FinePix S205EXR WB5000
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2009-07-22 2010-07-06
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Chip EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.6" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 8 x 6mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 48.0mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO 12800 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 31-436mm (14.1x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.3 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Crop factor 4.5 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 16 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.20 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 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)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 865 grams (1.91 pounds) 428 grams (0.94 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 94 x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-140 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $500 $350