Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand 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
- Also Known as WB5000
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2013
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Overview
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.
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung NX300M
HZ25W | NX300M |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Samsung HZ25W
NX300M | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | July 2010 | More modern by 30 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.3" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 768k | 230k | Clearer screen (+538k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX300M
HZ25W | NX300M | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX300M |
Also Known as | WB5000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-03 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 768 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 330 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $350 | $699 |