Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Other Name is WB600

Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung HZ30W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FS25 was introduced 11 months prior to the HZ30W and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FS25 grades against the HZ30W when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Samsung HZ30W
FS25 | HZ30W |
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Panasonic FS25
HZ30W | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung HZ30W
FS25 | HZ30W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 offers outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung HZ30W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FS25 and the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and HZ30W.
All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called | - | WB600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-27 | 2010-01-19 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 245g (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $280 |