Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FX700 versus Samsung HZ25W, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The FX700 was revealed around the same time to the HZ25W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FX700 scores against the HZ25W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Samsung HZ25W
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic FX700
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Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Samsung HZ25W
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Introduced | July 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 offers exterior measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Samsung HZ25W in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FX700 vs the HZ25W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and HZ25W is 94 and 70 respectively.

Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and HZ25W.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FX700 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.

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Panasonic FX700 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Samsung HZ25W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB5000 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lbs) | 428 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $399 | $350 |