Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was brought out 4 years prior to the WB50F and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ25W scores vs the WB50F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ25W & Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W has got external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the HZ25W versus the WB50F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and WB50F is 70 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and WB50F.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung WB50F to provide greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.