Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced July 2010
- Other Name is WB5000

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Kodak Z5120 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was revealed 19 months later than the HZ25W making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the Z5120 grades against the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Samsung HZ25W
Z5120 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Kodak Z5120
HZ25W | Z5120 |
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Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Samsung HZ25W
Z5120 | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z5120 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the Kodak Z5120 versus Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z5120 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and HZ25W is 68 and 70 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5120 and HZ25W.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Kodak Z5120 to show extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z5120 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Kodak Z5120 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-10 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.90 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $350 |