Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Refreshed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A900 was announced 5 years later than the HZ25W and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A900 matches up versus the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Samsung HZ25W
A900 | HZ25W | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | July 2010 | Fresher by 69 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon A900
HZ25W | A900 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Samsung HZ25W
A900 | HZ25W | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon A900 provides external dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A900 and the HZ25W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A900 and HZ25W is 88 and 70 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and HZ25W.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon A900 to show more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A900 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A900 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-02-23 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lb) | 428 grams (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 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 life | 300 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $400 | $350 |