Samsung HZ25W vs Sony HX99

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung HZ25W and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) feature different sensor size.

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The HZ25W was revealed 9 years earlier than the HX99 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the HZ25W grades versus the HX99 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ25W enjoys external dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ25W and the HX99.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and HX99 is 70 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and HX99.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ25W having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX99 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.