Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Released January 2009
(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
- Also referred to as WB5000
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On this page, we will be comparing the Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Samsung. The resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z915 was revealed 18 months before the HZ25W which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z915 scores vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z915 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z915 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Samsung HZ25W
| Z915 | HZ25W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Kodak Z915
| HZ25W | Z915 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | January 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Samsung HZ25W
| Z915 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z915 has outside dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z915 and the HZ25W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z915 and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.
Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z915 and HZ25W.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung HZ25W to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged Z915 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z915 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Kodak | Samsung |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also called | - | WB5000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2009-01-08 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 25 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 16s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1250s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.80 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 194 grams (0.43 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 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 | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $200 | $350 |