Nikon S6100 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched February 2011
(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
- Launched July 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5000
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Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S6100 and Samsung HZ25W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6100 was launched 8 months later than the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S6100 scores versus the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Samsung HZ25W
| S6100 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2011 |  | July 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon S6100
| HZ25W | S6100 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon S6100 and Samsung HZ25W
| S6100 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6100 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S6100 against the HZ25W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S6100 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.
Nikon S6100 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S6100 and HZ25W.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S6100 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S6100 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon S6100 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| 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 | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 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 | 1280x720 | 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 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | 210 photos | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $195 | $350 |