Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.6) lens
- 160g - 93 x 58 x 26mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise 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
- Also referred to as WB5000

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S6200 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S6200 was brought out 14 months after the HZ25W making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S6200 scores against the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6200 over the Samsung HZ25W
S6200 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Nikon S6200
HZ25W | S6200 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S6200 and Samsung HZ25W
S6200 | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6200 offers physical dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new 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. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S6200 compared to the HZ25W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6200 and HZ25W.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6200 to resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger S6200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S6200 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6200 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-08-24 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $229 | $350 |