Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TF1

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the HZ25W scores against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W provides outer 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 TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the HZ25W compared to the TF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and TF1 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony TF1 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.