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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

Fujifilm XP50
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2012
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XP30
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP60
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Additionally referred to as WB5000
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

Following is a detailed analysis of the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP50 was introduced 19 months after the HZ25W which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Samsung HZ25W

 Fujifilm XP50 HZ25W 
ReleasedJanuary 2012July 2010More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Fujifilm XP50

 HZ25W Fujifilm XP50 
Manually focus More precise focus
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung HZ25W

 Fujifilm XP50 HZ25W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP50 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 vs the HZ25W.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP50 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP50 and HZ25W.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm XP50 to offer more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XP50 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm XP50
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ25W
28
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
34
focusing manually
saves RAW formats
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Street photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Street photography advice
62
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
55
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Sports photography highlights
Samsung HZ25W Sports photography highlights
40
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
34
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XP50
Travel photography with Samsung HZ25W
64
environment sealing
good MP (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery pack (220 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
52
built-in flash
really wide (26mm)
very long reach (624mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography features
39
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
not so great battery pack (220 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
43
focusing manually
really wide (26mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP50 Vlogging features
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging features
32
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
doesn't have microphone jack
24
really wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP50 and Samsung HZ25W
 Fujifilm FinePix XP50Samsung HZ25W
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Samsung HZ25W
Alternative name - WB5000
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-01-05 2010-07-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3072 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance 9cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 175 gr (0.39 lbs) 428 gr (0.94 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") 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 life 220 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SC/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $180 $350