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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W

Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33
Samsung HZ25W front
 
Samsung HZ30W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs

Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Launched July 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB5000
Samsung HZ30W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB600
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Overview

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was manufactured 6 months after the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the HZ25W grades versus the HZ30W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung HZ30W

 HZ25W HZ30W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Samsung HZ25W

 HZ30W HZ25W 

Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung HZ30W

 HZ25W HZ30W 
IntroducedJuly 2010January 2010Same generation
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W offers physical measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ25W against the HZ30W.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and HZ30W is 70 and 91 respectively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and HZ30W.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos however you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Portrait photography details
Samsung HZ30W Portrait photography details
34
has manual focus
saves RAW formats
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
29
has manual focus
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Street photography information
Samsung HZ30W Street photography information
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Sports photography features
Samsung HZ30W Sports photography features
34
long zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
42
great zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Travel photography details
Samsung HZ30W Travel photography details
52
flash built-in
really wide (26mm)
very long reach (624mm)
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
63
lighter than competition in class (245g)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
great reach (360mm)
no Time Lapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung HZ25W
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ30W
43
has manual focus
really wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
missing Timelapse recording
43
has manual focus
quite wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Vlogging highlights
Samsung HZ30W Vlogging highlights
24
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone support
30
quite wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic support
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung HZ30W
 Samsung HZ25WSamsung HZ30W
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Samsung
Model type Samsung HZ25W Samsung HZ30W
Also referred to as WB5000 WB600
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-07-06 2010-01-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-624mm (24.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 16 secs 16 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
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 428 grams (0.94 lb) 245 grams (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 ID - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SC/SDHC, Internal SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $350 $280