Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W
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37 Overall
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise 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
- Alternative Name is WB5000
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Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe XG-1 was launched 4 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the XG-1 matches up vs the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung HZ25W
| XG-1 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2014 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 49 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Pentax XG-1
| HZ25W | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung HZ25W
| XG-1 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 comes with outside dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") along with a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax XG-1 versus Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the XG-1 compared to the HZ25W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and HZ25W is 66 and 70 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and HZ25W.
To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Pentax XG-1 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer XG-1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also referred to as | - | WB5000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2014-07-15 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200 thousand dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 life | 240 photos | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | LB-060 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $599 | $350 |
