Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung NX30

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung NX30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is relatively similar but the FH25 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The FH25 was announced 4 years before the NX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH25 scores vs the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 has exterior 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 NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung NX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH25 vs the NX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and NX30 is 94 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and NX30.

As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH25 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX30 will offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.