Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W
92 Imaging
37 Features
48 Overall
41


70 Imaging
35 Features
32 Overall
33
Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.6) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Introduced March 2013
- Older Model is Nikon P310
- Later Model is Nikon P340
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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

Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon P330 and Samsung HZ25W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the P330 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly similar but the P330 (1/1.7") and HZ25W (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The P330 was manufactured 2 years after the HZ25W which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the P330 scores against the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P330 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P330 over the Samsung HZ25W
P330 | HZ25W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | March 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 33 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon P330
HZ25W | P330 |
---|
Common features in the Nikon P330 and Samsung HZ25W
P330 | HZ25W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon P330 has got external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P330 and Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the P330 against the HZ25W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P330 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P330 and HZ25W.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The P330 comes with the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh simpler. The fresher P330 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Nikon P330 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung HZ25W | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P330 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-03-04 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720p (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 213 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $500 | $350 |