Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F
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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The TS25 was unveiled 13 months later than the DV300F making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the TS25 grades vs the DV300F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Samsung DV300F
TS25 | DV300F | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Panasonic TS25
DV300F | TS25 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung DV300F
TS25 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS25 enjoys outer measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the TS25 vs the DV300F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and DV300F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS25 and DV300F.
All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TS25 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Samsung DV300F |
Other name | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lbs) | 133 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $180 | $200 |