Panasonic FX78 vs Samsung HZ25W

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FX78 versus Samsung HZ25W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was unveiled 7 months after the HZ25W so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FX78 scores vs the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Samsung HZ25W. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX78 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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 FX78 versus Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FX78 compared to the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX78 and HZ25W is 95 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and HZ25W.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer FX78 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.