Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Revealed February 2009
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Overview
The following is a in depth review of the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe HZ25W was released 17 months after the T90 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the HZ25W grades versus the T90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Sony T90
HZ25W | T90 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung HZ25W
T90 | HZ25W | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Sony T90
HZ25W | T90 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W comes with physical 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 T90 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W against the T90.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and T90 is 70 and 96 respectively.
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and T90.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger HZ25W will have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony T90 Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung HZ25W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Also referred to as | WB5000 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 16 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $259 |