Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W
95 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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70 Imaging
35 Features
32 Overall
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung HZ25W, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FP1 was launched 6 months prior to the HZ25W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Samsung HZ25W
FP1 | HZ25W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic FP1
HZ25W | FP1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung HZ25W
FP1 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | January 2010 | July 2010 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 vs the HZ25W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and HZ25W is 95 and 70 respectively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and HZ25W.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you may want to take the age of the products into consideration.
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 428 grams (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $153 | $350 |