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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33
Samsung HZ25W front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump 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
  • Alternative Name is WB5000
Samsung HZ35W
(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
  • Announced June 2010
  • Additionally Known as WB650
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was manufactured very close to the HZ35W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HZ25W grades versus the HZ35W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung HZ35W

 HZ25W HZ35W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Samsung HZ25W

 HZ35W HZ25W 
Display resolution614k230kCrisper display (+384k dot)

Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung HZ35W

 HZ25W HZ35W 
AnnouncedJuly 2010June 2010Similar generation
Focus manually Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the HZ25W and the HZ35W.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and HZ35W is 70 and 91 respectively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and HZ35W.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Portrait photography features
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography features
34
focusing manually
delivers RAW files
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
34
you can focus manually
offers face detection focus
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Street photography information
Samsung HZ35W Street photography information
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (245g)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Sports photography features
Samsung HZ35W Sports photography features
34
amazing zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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long zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers tracking autofocus
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung HZ25W as a Travel photography camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Travel photography camera
52
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
very long zoom (624mm)
no Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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lighter than competition (245g)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long zoom (360mm)
no Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Samsung HZ25W
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ35W
43
focusing manually
reasonably wide (26mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no Timelapse function
43
you can focus manually
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung HZ25W as a Vlogging camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Vlogging camera
24
reasonably wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone port
31
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
lighter than competition (245g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic port
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung HZ35W
 Samsung HZ25WSamsung HZ35W
General Information
Brand Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung HZ25W Samsung HZ35W
Also referred to as WB5000 WB650
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2010-07-06 2010-06-16
Body design 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 area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing 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 -
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-624mm (24.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16 secs 16 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 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
External flash
AEB
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 format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 428 grams (0.94 lb) 245 grams (0.54 lb)
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 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 - SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $350 $300