Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20
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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Introduced January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FS25 versus Samsung GX-20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very well matched but the FS25 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FS25 was revealed 13 months later than the GX-20 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FS25 matches up against the GX-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Samsung GX-20
FS25 | GX-20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | January 2008 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Panasonic FS25
GX-20 | FS25 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung GX-20
FS25 | GX-20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 has external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS25 versus Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FS25 compared to the GX-20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and GX-20 is 95 and 58 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and GX-20.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FS25 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern FS25 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung GX-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2009-01-27 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 800g (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $230 | $850 |