Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST93

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST93, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are built by Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and ST93 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was manufactured 9 months before the ST93 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HZ25W matches up vs the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W enjoys external 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 ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ25W compared to the ST93.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and ST93 is 70 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and ST93.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.