Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ10W

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the F5 (14MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The F5 was brought out 3 years later than the HZ10W and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the F5 matches up versus the HZ10W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the F5 versus the HZ10W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and HZ10W.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic F5 to resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent F5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.