Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung SL820

The following is a in depth review of the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SL820, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 17 months after the SL820 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HZ25W grades versus the SL820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W provides external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has specifications of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W versus the SL820.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and SL820 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and SL820.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer HZ25W will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.