Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5000
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Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung HZ25W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH3 was introduced 6 months before the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH3 grades against the HZ25W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Samsung HZ25W. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Samsung HZ25W
| FH3 | HZ25W |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic FH3
| HZ25W | FH3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung HZ25W
| FH3 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | July 2010 | Same age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FH3 compared to the HZ25W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and HZ25W.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to provide you with more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FS11 | WB5000 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.80 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 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 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 165g (0.36 lbs) | 428g (0.94 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $160 | $350 |