Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Replaced the Nikon AW100
- Renewed by Nikon AW120
(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
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000

Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon AW110 versus Samsung HZ25W, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW110 was unveiled 3 years later than the HZ25W and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the AW110 grades against the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Samsung HZ25W
AW110 | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 37 months |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon AW110
HZ25W | AW110 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Samsung HZ25W
AW110 | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the AW110 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and HZ25W.
As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon AW110 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer AW110 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW110 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-07-05 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 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 | 250 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $250 | $350 |