Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W710

Following is a extended overview of the Samsung HZ25W vs Sony W710, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 3 years earlier than the W710 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the HZ25W grades vs the W710 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ25W features outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony W710 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the HZ25W versus the W710.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and W710 is 70 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and W710.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony W710 to give you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged HZ25W is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.