Samsung HZ25W vs Sony H90

Here is a in-depth overview of the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and H90 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 20 months before the H90 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the HZ25W grades vs the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W comes with exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony H90 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony H90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the HZ25W compared to the H90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and H90 is 70 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and H90.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony H90 to offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older HZ25W is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.