Olympus SP-100 vs Samsung HZ25W

Below, we are evaluating the Olympus SP-100 and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the SP-100 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-100 was manufactured 3 years later than the HZ25W and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SP-100 grades vs the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-100 & Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-100 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus SP-100 offers physical dimensions of 122mm x 91mm x 133mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 5.2") with a weight of 594 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SP-100 versus the HZ25W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SP-100 and HZ25W is 63 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-100 and HZ25W.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus SP-100 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer SP-100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.