Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W
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35 Features
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Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Released July 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Updated by Panasonic ZS8
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Also Known as WB5000

Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
Here is a complete review of the Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS7 (12MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ZS7 was launched 13 months later than the HZ25W making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZS7 matches up vs the HZ25W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS7 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Samsung HZ25W
ZS7 | HZ25W | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Panasonic ZS7
HZ25W | ZS7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS7 and Samsung HZ25W
ZS7 | HZ25W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS7 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the ZS7 versus the HZ25W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS7 and HZ25W is 91 and 70 respectively.

Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS7 and HZ25W.
All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern ZS7 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZS7 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | Samsung HZ25W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | Samsung HZ25W |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ10 | WB5000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 pounds) | 428 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $350 | $350 |