Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung PL210

Following is a thorough overview of the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was brought out 6 months earlier than the PL210 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the HZ25W matches up vs the PL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ25W enjoys outside measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Samsung HZ25W versus Samsung PL210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the HZ25W vs the PL210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and PL210 is 70 and 99 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and PL210.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung PL210 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.