Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F
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Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2014

Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung WB50F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH25 was manufactured 4 years prior to the WB50F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FH25 grades versus the WB50F for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Samsung WB50F
FH25 | WB50F |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Panasonic FH25
WB50F | FH25 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 36 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Samsung WB50F
FH25 | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung WB50F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FH25 against the WB50F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and WB50F is 94 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and WB50F.
As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older FH25 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Samsung WB50F |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lb) | 207 gr (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $180 | $180 |