Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5000

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S3300 was manufactured 20 months later than the HZ25W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S3300 scores vs the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Samsung HZ25W
S3300 | HZ25W | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon S3300
HZ25W | S3300 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Samsung HZ25W
S3300 | HZ25W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3300 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S3300 vs the HZ25W.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and HZ25W is 96 and 70 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and HZ25W.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer S3300 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Samsung HZ25W |
Alternative name | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 | 180 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $99 | $350 |