Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 494g - 123 x 84 x 98mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon P520
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase 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 Known as WB5000
Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the P530 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe P530 was brought out 3 years later than the HZ25W and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P530 grades versus the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P530 & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P530 over the Samsung HZ25W
P530 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | July 2010 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon P530
HZ25W | P530 |
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Common features in the Nikon P530 and Samsung HZ25W
P530 | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P530 has exterior dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the P530 and the HZ25W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the P530 and HZ25W is 67 and 70 respectively.
Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P530 and HZ25W.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon P530 to offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern P530 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon P530 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P530 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P530 | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1000mm (41.7x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 494 gr (1.09 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 84 x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 240 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $280 | $350 |