Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A6300

Following is a complete assessment of the Samsung HZ25W and Sony A6300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The HZ25W was introduced 6 years earlier than the A6300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the HZ25W grades vs the A6300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Sony A6300 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the HZ25W vs the A6300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and A6300 is 70 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and A6300.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HZ25W using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A6300 will provide greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W will be behind in sensor tech.