Olympus 6000 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Olympus 6000 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 179g - 95 x 63 x 22mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally referred to as mju Tough 6000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5000
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In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus 6000 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 6000 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 6000 was released 12 months earlier than the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 6000 matches up vs the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Olympus 6000 over the Samsung HZ25W
| 6000 | HZ25W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus 6000
| HZ25W | 6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2010 |  | July 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus 6000 and Samsung HZ25W
| 6000 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Olympus 6000 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus 6000 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the 6000 versus the HZ25W.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 6000 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.
Olympus 6000 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6000 and HZ25W.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ25W to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older 6000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus 6000 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Olympus | Samsung |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also referred to as | mju Tough 6000 | WB5000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-07-01 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 50 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/4s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | 179g (0.39 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 63 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $259 | $350 |