Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung HZ25W

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was released 17 months earlier than the HZ25W which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FX580 matches up versus the HZ25W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX580 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FX580 vs the HZ25W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FX580 and HZ25W is 95 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and HZ25W.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older FX580 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.