Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe HZ25W was released 3 years before the NX210 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the HZ25W grades vs the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung NX210
HZ25W | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Samsung HZ25W
NX210 | HZ25W | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | July 2010 | Newer by 25 months | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 230k | Clearer screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX210
HZ25W | NX210 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W enjoys external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ25W and the NX210.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and NX210 is 70 and 90 respectively.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and NX210.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ25W due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX210 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX210 |
Also referred to as | WB5000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $350 | $625 |