Panasonic ZS20 vs Samsung HZ25W

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic ZS20 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS20 (14MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS20 was released 22 months later than the HZ25W which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS20 matches up against the HZ25W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS20 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ZS20 and the HZ25W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS20 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS20 and HZ25W.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS20 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger ZS20 should have a benefit in sensor tech.