Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A7

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung HZ25W and Sony A7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The HZ25W was brought out 4 years earlier than the A7 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ25W matches up against the A7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W offers physical 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 Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ25W and Sony A7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W and the A7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and A7 is 70 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and A7.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HZ25W because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 will produce extra detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.