Samsung HZ25W vs Sony A6500

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony A6500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and A6500 (24MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and A6500 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ25W was revealed 7 years earlier than the A6500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony A6500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the HZ25W grades vs the A6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Alpha a6500. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ25W provides exterior 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) and the Sony A6500 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ25W vs the A6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and A6500 is 70 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and A6500.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HZ25W with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A6500 will give extra detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.