Panasonic FZ1000 vs Samsung HZ50W

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FZ1000 and Samsung HZ50W, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and HZ50W (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ1000 was launched 4 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ1000 scores versus the HZ50W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 features exterior measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") and a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FZ1000 and Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ1000 and the HZ50W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and HZ50W is 55 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and HZ50W.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ1000 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will render more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger FZ1000 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.