Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung HZ25W

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung HZ25W, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was released 17 months before the HZ25W making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS15 matches up against the HZ25W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS15 against the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and HZ25W is 95 and 70 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and HZ25W.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FS15 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.