Samsung HZ25W (WB5000) Overview
Announced Sep 1, 2009
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12 megapixels | 3″ screen | 26 – 624 mm (24×)
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Samsung HZ Series HZ25W Digital Point & Shoot Camera, 12.47 Megapixel, 24x Optical Zoom, 3.0" LCD Screen, Black
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Jul 6, 2010
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Sep 1, 2009
Quick specs
| Body type | Compact |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 |
| Effective pixels | 12 megapixels |
| Sensor size | 1/2.33" (6.08 x 4.56 mm) |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| ISO | Auto, 64, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, (6400 with boost) |
| Focal length (equiv.) | 26–624 mm |
| Max aperture | F2.8–5 |
| Articulated LCD | Fixed |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 230,000 |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 sec |
| Format | Motion JPEG |
| Storage types | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 428 g (0.94 lb / 15.10 oz) |
| Dimensions | 116 x 83 x 92 mm (4.57 x 3.27 x 3.62″) |
Our review
The Samsung is another model that offers a lot of zoom in a tiny package but in low light it cannot quite keep up with the best cameras in this class. It's also not the quickest and its focus can struggle in dim conditions.
Good for: Photographers who want an intuitive user interface and long zoom in a small package
Not so good for: Low light shooting, anything that requires snappy operation and/or reliable Auto WB
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