Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(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
- Announced July 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB5000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST95, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe HZ25W was launched 6 months before the ST95 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the HZ25W grades against the ST95 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ25W & Samsung ST95. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung ST95
HZ25W | ST95 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Samsung HZ25W
ST95 | HZ25W | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST95
HZ25W | ST95 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | January 2011 | Same age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W offers exterior 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) while the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung ST95 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the HZ25W and the ST95.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and ST95 is 70 and 99 respectively.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and ST95.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung ST95 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung ST95 |
Also called | WB5000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
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") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" 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 feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $145 |