Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX300M, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are designed by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The HZ25W was brought out 3 years earlier than the NX300M which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the HZ25W matches up versus the NX300M when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W comes with exterior measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the HZ25W vs the NX300M.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and NX300M is 70 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and NX300M.

All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ25W because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will resolve greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.