Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2011
(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
- Announced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5000
Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the L24 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L24 was brought out 8 months after the HZ25W so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L24 matches up vs the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Samsung HZ25W
L24 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon L24
HZ25W | L24 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L24 and Samsung HZ25W
L24 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L24 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the L24 vs the HZ25W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.
Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the L24 and HZ25W.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L24 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger L24 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L24 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-134mm (3.6x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $119 | $350 |