Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ25W

The following is a complete review of the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was launched 2 years after the HZ25W which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the ZS25 grades vs the HZ25W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS25 features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung HZ25W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS25 versus the HZ25W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and HZ25W.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS25 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger ZS25 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.