Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is WB600
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Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ZS25 was introduced 3 years later than the HZ30W and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ZS25 grades versus the HZ30W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Samsung HZ30W
| ZS25 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 37 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Panasonic ZS25
| HZ30W | ZS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung HZ30W
| ZS25 | HZ30W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither contains Touch display |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS25 and Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the ZS25 against the HZ30W.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS25 and HZ30W.
Plainly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger ZS25 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Samsung HZ30W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Samsung HZ30W |
| Alternative name | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | WB600 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.2-5.8 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 245g (0.54 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 260 shots | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $300 | $280 |