Samsung HZ25W vs Sony S2000

Here is a extended overview of the Samsung HZ25W and Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 6 months later than the S2000 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the HZ25W scores vs the S2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W offers outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the HZ25W vs the S2000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and S2000 is 70 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and S2000.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ25W to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.