Samsung HZ25W vs Sigma SD1

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Samsung HZ25W versus Sigma SD1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Samsung and Sigma. The resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the HZ25W (1/2.3") and SD1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The HZ25W was introduced 2 months before the SD1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the HZ25W grades against the SD1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W and Sigma SD1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ25W offers outer 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 Sigma SD1 has measurements of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ25W versus Sigma SD1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HZ25W and the SD1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and SD1 is 70 and 77 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and SD1.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ25W having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma SD1 will give greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.