Samsung HZ25W vs Sony S930

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony S930, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the S930 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was unveiled 19 months later than the S930 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the HZ25W scores against the S930 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W comes with outer dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has proportions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the HZ25W compared to the S930.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and S930 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and S930.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung HZ25W to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer HZ25W should have an advantage in sensor innovation.