Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is WB5000
Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a in-depth comparison of the Nikon S100 versus Samsung HZ25W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S100 was unveiled 14 months later than the HZ25W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S100 grades versus the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S100 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the Samsung HZ25W
S100 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 14 months | |
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 820k | 230k | Sharper screen (+590k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon S100
HZ25W | S100 |
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Common features in the Nikon S100 and Samsung HZ25W
S100 | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S100 versus Samsung HZ25W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S100 compared to the HZ25W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.
Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and HZ25W.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon S100 to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S100 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon S100 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S100 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-24 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | 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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 820k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Organic LED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") | 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 | 150 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $240 | $350 |