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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370

Portability
70
Imaging
35
Features
32
Overall
33
Samsung HZ25W front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Key Specs

Samsung HZ25W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Revealed July 2010
  • Alternative Name is WB5000
Sony W370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
  • 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
  • Released January 2010
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony W370, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was launched 6 months later than the W370 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the HZ25W matches up against the W370 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Sony W370

 HZ25W W370 
Manual focus Dial accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Samsung HZ25W

 W370 HZ25W 

Common features in the Samsung HZ25W and Sony W370

 HZ25W W370 
ReleasedJuly 2010January 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W comes with physical measurements 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 W370 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony W370 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W against the W370.

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ25W and W370 is 70 and 94 respectively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 top view buttons comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ25W and W370.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W370 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively.

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 sensor size comparison

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung HZ25W
Portrait photography with Sony W370
34
manual focus
delivers RAW files
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
28
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Street photography information
Sony W370 Street photography information
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Sports photography advice
Sony W370 Sports photography advice
34
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Samsung HZ25W
Travel photography with Sony W370
52
flash built-in
quite wide (26mm)
very long zoom (624mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
58
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Landscape photography factors
Sony W370 Landscape photography factors
43
manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of Time Lapse mode
37
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
no manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung HZ25W Vlogging features
Sony W370 Vlogging features
24
quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic socket
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (34mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic support
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Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W370 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung HZ25W and Sony W370
 Samsung HZ25WSony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Sony
Model Samsung HZ25W Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
Alternate name WB5000 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-07-06 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
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 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Max boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-624mm (24.0x) 34-238mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.0 f/3.6-5.6
Macro focus range 10cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 16s 2s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.60 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 428 grams (0.94 lb) 179 grams (0.39 lb)
Dimensions 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 shooting
Storage type SC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $350 $230