Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Also referred to as WB5000
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed July 2010
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Samsung HZ25W and Sony TX9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe HZ25W was revealed around the same time to the TX9 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony TX9 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the HZ25W scores against the TX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Sony TX9
HZ25W | TX9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Samsung HZ25W
TX9 | HZ25W | |||
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Display dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Sony TX9
HZ25W | TX9 | |||
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Revealed | July 2010 | July 2010 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ25W has got outside measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung HZ25W and Sony TX9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ25W compared to the TX9.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and TX9 is 70 and 95 respectively.
Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and TX9.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Samsung HZ25W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung HZ25W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Also referred to as | WB5000 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-07-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $350 | $799 |