Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W
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90 Imaging
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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
(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

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").

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.

Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Samsung HZ10W
TS25 | HZ10W | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic TS25
HZ10W | TS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Samsung HZ10W
TS25 | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The 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.
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.

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

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.

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Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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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 |