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Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W

Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
 
Samsung HZ25W front
Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs

Nikon L24
(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
Samsung HZ25W
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Samsung HZ25W

 L24 HZ25W 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011July 2010Newer by 8 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon L24

 HZ25W L24 
Focus manually Very exact focusing

Common features in the Nikon L24 and Samsung HZ25W

 L24 HZ25W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L24 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon L24
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ25W
33
MP count decent (14MP)
has face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
34
manual focus
delivers RAW formats
no manual mode
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Nikon L24 Street photography highlights
Samsung HZ25W Street photography highlights
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Nikon L24 Sports photography info
Samsung HZ25W Sports photography info
26
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
34
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L24 Travel photography features
Samsung HZ25W Travel photography features
57
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
52
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
very long reach (624mm)
no Timelapse recording
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L24 Landscape photography features
Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography features
33
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Time Lapse recording
43
manual focus
reasonably wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L24 Vlogging features
Samsung HZ25W Vlogging features
25
has face detection focus
wide angle not the best (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
no external mic jack
24
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone jack
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Nikon L24 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L24 and Samsung HZ25W
 Nikon Coolpix L24Samsung HZ25W
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