Samsung HZ25W vs Sony HX50V

Its time to look more closely at the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was revealed 3 years before the HX50V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the HZ25W matches up vs the HX50V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W provides external 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 HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Compare the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony HX50V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the HZ25W versus the HX50V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and HX50V is 70 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and HX50V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX50V to give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be behind in sensor innovation.