Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A330

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A330, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the A330 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the HZ25W (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The HZ25W was announced 14 months after the A330 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the HZ25W grades against the A330 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony A330 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W provides external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") and a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A330 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the HZ25W compared to the A330.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and A330 is 70 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ25W and A330.

As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The HZ25W with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung HZ25W will give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger HZ25W should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.