Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
- Successor is Olympus VR-330
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Olympus and Samsung. The image resolution of the VR-320 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The VR-320 was announced 13 months later than the HZ25W which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the VR-320 grades versus the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus VR-320 & Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-320 over the Samsung HZ25W
VR-320 | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Olympus VR-320
HZ25W | VR-320 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus |
Common features in the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung HZ25W
VR-320 | HZ25W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Olympus VR-320 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Olympus VR-320 and Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the VR-320 versus the HZ25W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the VR-320 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VR-320 and HZ25W.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Olympus VR-320 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher VR-320 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Olympus VR-320 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Samsung |
Model | Olympus VR-320 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 grams (0.35 lbs) | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | ||
Battery model | LI-42B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $179 | $350 |