Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W
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![Olympus VR-320 front Olympus VR-320 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-VR-320/Olympus-VR-320-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ25W front Samsung HZ25W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ25W/Samsung-HZ25W-front.jpg)
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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
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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").
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-320-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-320-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-VR-320-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus VR-320 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-VR-320-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |