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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100

Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33
Samsung HZ25W front
 
Samsung SH100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs

Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump 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
Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Released January 2011
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Overview

Below is a detailed overview of the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Samsung. The image resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was released 6 months earlier than the SH100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the HZ25W grades vs the SH100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary
	
	

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung SH100

 HZ25W SH100 
Manual focus More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Samsung HZ25W

 SH100 HZ25W 
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SH100

 HZ25W SH100 
ReleasedJuly 2010January 2011Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W features outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the HZ25W compared to the SH100.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and SH100 is 70 and 99 respectively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and SH100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung SH100 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung HZ25W
Portrait photography with Samsung SH100
34
has manual focus
delivers RAW files
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
28
good resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ25W as a Street photography camera
Samsung SH100 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
49
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ25W as a Sports photography camera
Samsung SH100 as a Sports photography camera
34
excellent zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
26
good resolution (14MP)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Travel photography advice
Samsung SH100 Travel photography advice
52
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
great zoom (624mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography features
Samsung SH100 Landscape photography features
43
has manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
does not have Timelapse mode
37
very good max aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3")
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung HZ25W
Vlogging with Samsung SH100
24
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
33
very good max aperture (f)
has touchscreen
includes mic port
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SH100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SH100
 Samsung HZ25WSamsung SH100
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung HZ25W Samsung SH100
Also Known as WB5000 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Ultracompact
Launched 2010-07-06 2011-01-04
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4230 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 -
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-624mm (24.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.0 -
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 16s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.60 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
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
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 428 grams (0.94 pounds) -
Physical dimensions 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SC/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $350 $200