Samsung HZ25W vs Sony WX70

In this article, we will be analyzing the Samsung HZ25W versus Sony WX70, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The HZ25W was introduced 19 months earlier than the WX70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HZ25W matches up versus the WX70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung HZ25W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The whole galleries are available at Samsung HZ25W Gallery & Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ25W features physical dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ25W vs the WX70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HZ25W and WX70 is 70 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the HZ25W and WX70.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX70 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be behind in sensor technology.