Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ25W

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The F5 was announced 2 years after the HZ25W which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the F5 scores against the HZ25W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic F5 enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic F5 vs Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the F5 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and HZ25W is 96 and 70 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the F5 and HZ25W.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic F5 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent F5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.