Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung HZ25W

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was unveiled 2 years later than the HZ25W and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up against the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W offers external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and HZ25W is 61 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and HZ25W.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8400W to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S8400W will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.