Nikon S6300 vs Samsung HZ25W

Below, we are matching up the Nikon S6300 versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S6300 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6300 was introduced 20 months later than the HZ25W making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S6300 grades versus the HZ25W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6300 and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S6300 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S6300 comes with outside dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6300 versus Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S6300 against the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6300 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6300 and HZ25W.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6300 to show extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S6300 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.