Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W
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37 Features
62 Overall
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70 Imaging
35 Features
32 Overall
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Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Replacement is Panasonic FZ200
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Launched July 2010
- Alternate Name is WB5000

Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ100 and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FZ100 was brought out about the same time to the HZ25W and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the FZ100 scores vs the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Samsung HZ25W. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ100 over the Samsung HZ25W
FZ100 | HZ25W | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic FZ100
HZ25W | FZ100 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ100 and Samsung HZ25W
FZ100 | HZ25W | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ100 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ100 and Samsung HZ25W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FZ100 and the HZ25W.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and HZ25W is 67 and 70 respectively.

Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and HZ25W.
As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ100 to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively.

Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FZ100 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $500 | $350 |