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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
 
Samsung HZ10W front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
27
Overall
30

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs

Panasonic TS25
(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
  • Released January 2013
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Samsung HZ10W
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
  • 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Additionally referred to as WB500
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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung HZ10W, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was revealed 3 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TS25 grades vs the HZ10W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Samsung HZ10W

 TS25 HZ10W 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013May 2009Newer by 45 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic TS25

 HZ10W TS25 
Manual focus Very exact focus

Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung HZ10W

 TS25 HZ10W 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS25 comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the TS25 compared to the HZ10W.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS25 and HZ10W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The image below may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and HZ10W.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to provide more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The younger TS25 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic TS25
Portrait photography with Samsung HZ10W
30
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
31
has manual focus
offers face detect focusing
no manual control
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Street photography advice
Samsung HZ10W Street photography advice
67
image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lighter than competitors (144 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
52
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
heavier than competition (249 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung HZ10W as a Sports photography camera
41
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Travel photography factors
Samsung HZ10W Travel photography factors
70
lighter than competitors (144 grams)
weather sealing
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
54
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (249g)
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung HZ10W as a Landscape photography camera
41
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
weather sealing
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
35
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Vlogging factors
Samsung HZ10W Vlogging factors
31
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (144g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
28
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
offers face detect focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competition (249 grams)
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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS25 and Samsung HZ10W
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25Samsung HZ10W
General Information
Make Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 Samsung HZ10W
Otherwise known as Lumix DMC-FT25 WB500
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-07 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2432
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 23 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/3.3-5.8
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 16s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.40 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 144 grams (0.32 pounds) 249 grams (0.55 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $180 $300