Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Other Name is WB5000

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung HZ25W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The 3D1 was announced 17 months after the HZ25W making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 3D1 grades vs the HZ25W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Samsung HZ25W
3D1 | HZ25W | |||
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Introduced | November 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic 3D1
HZ25W | 3D1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung HZ25W
3D1 | HZ25W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 provides outside measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic 3D1 and Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 3D1 against the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and HZ25W.
As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you may want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger 3D1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-07 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $670 | $350 |