Nikon S3500 vs Samsung HZ25W

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon S3500 and Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was brought out 2 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S3500 grades vs the HZ25W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S3500 and Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S3500 compared to the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3500 and HZ25W is 95 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S3500 and HZ25W.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3500 to result in extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S3500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.