Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung NX10

Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung NX10, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FS25 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS25 was unveiled 14 months before the NX10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FS25 matches up vs the NX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Samsung NX10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 features physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX10 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS25 and Samsung NX10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FS25 vs the NX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and NX10 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and NX10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS25 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX10 will provide extra detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older FS25 will be behind in sensor tech.