Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100
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Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1000
- Newer Model is Samsung NX2000
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is relatively similar but the FH25 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FH25 was revealed 3 years before the NX1100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FH25 scores vs the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Samsung NX1100
| FH25 | NX1100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Panasonic FH25
| NX1100 | FH25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | April 2013 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 27 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Samsung NX1100
| FH25 | NX1100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 has outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH25 against the NX1100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and NX1100 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and NX1100.
Clearly, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FH25 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will offer greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Samsung NX1100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Samsung NX1100 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-04-11 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 pictures | 320 pictures |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $180 | $600 |