Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push 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
- Also referred to as WB5000
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced June 2010
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung NX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the HZ25W (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HZ25W was manufactured 2 months after the NX5 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the HZ25W scores versus the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung NX5
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung HZ25W
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Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung NX5
HZ25W | NX5 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | June 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung NX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ25W compared to the NX5.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and NX5 is 70 and 80 respectively.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and NX5.
As you can see, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ25W because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX5 will resolve more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung NX5 |
Alternate name | WB5000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 grams (0.94 lbs) | 499 grams (1.10 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 400 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $499 |