Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung HZ25W

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was revealed 7 months later than the HZ25W so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH25 matches up vs the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 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).

See the Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH25 against the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and HZ25W.

All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH25 to give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FH25 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.