Samsung HZ25W vs Sony a3500

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Samsung HZ25W and Sony a3500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and a3500 (20MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and a3500 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The HZ25W was announced 4 years earlier than the a3500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony a3500 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the HZ25W grades versus the a3500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony a3500 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. 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) whilst the Sony a3500 has measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W and Sony a3500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the HZ25W vs the a3500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and a3500 is 70 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and a3500.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ25W having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony a3500 will show extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.