Panasonic S1H vs Samsung HZ25W

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic S1H vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and HZ25W (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and HZ25W (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The S1H was unveiled 9 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1H grades against the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H has outer measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H vs Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1H vs the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and HZ25W is 52 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The pic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and HZ25W.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1H having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1H will provide extra detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer S1H provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.