Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ200/Panasonic-FZ200-front.jpg)
![Samsung HZ25W front Samsung HZ25W front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-HZ25W/Samsung-HZ25W-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Launched July 2012
- Old Model is Panasonic FZ100
- New Model is Panasonic FZ300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Revealed July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ200 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The FZ200 was launched 2 years later than the HZ25W and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ25W being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ200 grades vs the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ200 over the Samsung HZ25W
FZ200 | HZ25W | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic FZ200
HZ25W | FZ200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ200 and Samsung HZ25W
FZ200 | HZ25W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 has physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FZ200 versus Samsung HZ25W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ200 against the HZ25W.
![Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ200-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and HZ25W is 65 and 70 respectively.
![Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ200-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and HZ25W.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ200 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ200-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FZ200-vs-Samsung-HZ25W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine VII FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,312k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (240, 120, 30, 25 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 format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 588 gr (1.30 pounds) | 428 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 37 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 114 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $499 | $350 |