Olympus FE-25 vs Samsung HZ25W

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-25 and Samsung HZ25W, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was revealed 18 months earlier than the HZ25W making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the FE-25 grades versus the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-25 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-25 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-25 enjoys external measurements of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Olympus FE-25 and Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-25 versus the HZ25W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and HZ25W is 98 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The picture below may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-25 and HZ25W.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ25W to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more aged FE-25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.