Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung HZ35W

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was introduced 2 years after the HZ35W which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS25 matches up vs the HZ35W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the ZS25 compared to the HZ35W.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and HZ35W.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to render extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent ZS25 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.