Samsung HZ25W vs Sony HX30V

Let's examine more in depth at the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 20 months before the HX30V which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the HZ25W scores against the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. 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) while the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony HX30V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the HZ25W compared to the HX30V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and HX30V is 70 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and HX30V.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony HX30V to produce more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W will be behind in sensor tech.