Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W
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35 Features
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Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Released May 2009
- Also Known as WB500

Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH1 was manufactured 8 months later than the HZ10W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FH1 grades versus the HZ10W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Samsung HZ10W
FH1 | HZ10W | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | More recent by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic FH1
HZ10W | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung HZ10W
FH1 | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH1 and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH1 vs the HZ10W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH1 and HZ10W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH1 and HZ10W.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH1 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FH1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS10 | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163 grams (0.36 pounds) | 249 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $150 | $300 |