Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Introduced May 2009
- Additionally referred to as WB500

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic XS1 versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The XS1 was manufactured 3 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the XS1 matches up versus the HZ10W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Samsung HZ10W. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Samsung HZ10W
XS1 | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Panasonic XS1
HZ10W | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Samsung HZ10W
XS1 | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 features exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic XS1 versus Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the XS1 versus the HZ10W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and HZ10W is 97 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the XS1 and HZ10W.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to render more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The younger XS1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic XS1 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 16 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 pounds) | 249g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $130 | $300 |