Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also Known as WB5000

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The VG-110 was unveiled 8 months later than the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the VG-110 scores versus the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VG-110 & Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-110 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Samsung HZ25W
VG-110 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus VG-110
HZ25W | VG-110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Olympus VG-110 and Samsung HZ25W
VG-110 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Olympus VG-110 offers outside measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the VG-110 compared to the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the VG-110 and HZ25W is 97 and 70 respectively.

Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and HZ25W.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer VG-110 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Olympus VG-110 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Olympus VG-110 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model type | Olympus VG-110 | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-02-08 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 105g (0.23 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 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 | 170 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $150 | $350 |