Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST100

Below is a comprehensive review of the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Samsung. The resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was manufactured 7 months later than the ST100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the HZ25W scores versus the ST100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST100. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. 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) and the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the HZ25W vs the ST100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and ST100 is 70 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and ST100.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST100 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher HZ25W provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.