Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W550

Here, we will be reviewing the Samsung HZ25W and Sony W550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the HZ25W (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was announced 12 months before the W550 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Sony W550 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the HZ25W grades versus the W550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ25W and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung HZ25W comes with outer dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Samsung HZ25W and Sony W550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W versus the W550.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and W550 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and W550.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W550 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be behind with regard to sensor technology.