Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F
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35 Features
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93 Imaging
38 Features
44 Overall
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The HZ25W was launched 3 years earlier than the WB250F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ25W grades against the WB250F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung WB250F
HZ25W | WB250F | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Samsung HZ25W
WB250F | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 30 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung WB250F
HZ25W | WB250F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W has external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB250F has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the HZ25W vs the WB250F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and WB250F is 70 and 93 respectively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and WB250F.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB250F to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung WB250F |
Also Known as | WB5000 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lb) | 226 gr (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $350 | $250 |