Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung HZ10W

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic ZS1 and Samsung HZ10W, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is fairly similar but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and HZ10W (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS1 was unveiled very close to the HZ10W so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ZS1 grades versus the HZ10W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 has exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions 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 ZS1 and Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS1 vs the HZ10W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS1 and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS1 and HZ10W.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The ZS1 uses the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier.