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Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41
Fujifilm XP90 front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
34
Features
32
Overall
33

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

Fujifilm XP90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP80
Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Released July 2010
  • Additionally referred to as WB5000
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XP90 versus Samsung HZ25W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XP90 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP90 was introduced 5 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XP90 grades vs the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP90 over the Samsung HZ25W

 Fujifilm XP90 HZ25W 
ReleasedJanuary 2016July 2010More modern by 68 months
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Fujifilm XP90

 HZ25W Fujifilm XP90 
Manual focus More precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm XP90 and Samsung HZ25W

 Fujifilm XP90 HZ25W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP90 has outside measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XP90 versus Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XP90 versus the HZ25W.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP90 and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP90 and HZ25W.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm XP90 to render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XP90 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Portrait photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Portrait photography advice
35
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
33
you can focus manually
exports RAW formats
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Street photography information
Samsung HZ25W Street photography information
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
55
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Sports photography advice
Samsung HZ25W Sports photography advice
45
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
provides tracking focus
weather sealing
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect AF
33
great zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Travel photography highlights
Samsung HZ25W Travel photography highlights
67
weather sealing
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
great reach (624mm)
no Timelapse mode
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Landscape photography info
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography info
45
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
weather sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
terrible battery life (210 per charge)
43
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP90 Vlogging details
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging details
33
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of mic jack
24
decently wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone port
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Fujifilm XP90 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP90 and Samsung HZ25W
 Fujifilm XP90Samsung HZ25W
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type Fujifilm XP90 Samsung HZ25W
Also called - WB5000
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2016-01-15 2010-07-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type 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
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 920 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 16s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 10.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) 5.60 m
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 203 gr (0.45 lbs) 428 gr (0.94 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") 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 210 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-45S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SC/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $180 $350