Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F
70 Imaging
35 Features
32 Overall
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92 Imaging
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Samsung WB50F
HZ25W | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Samsung HZ25W
WB50F | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | July 2010 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Samsung WB50F
HZ25W | WB50F | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung HZ25W | Samsung WB50F |
Also Known as | WB5000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-07-06 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 lbs) | 207g (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $350 | $180 |