Samsung HZ25W vs Zeiss ZX1

Lets look more in depth at the Samsung HZ25W versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Zeiss. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the HZ25W (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HZ25W (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The HZ25W was introduced 9 years prior to the ZX1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the HZ25W scores against the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ25W and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ25W Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung HZ25W comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ25W versus Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the HZ25W compared to the ZX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ25W and ZX1 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ25W and ZX1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ25W using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide extra detail using its extra 25 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older HZ25W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.