Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500
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Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 33MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 51200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 701g - 141 x 105 x 77mm
- Released August 2019
- Earlier Model is Canon 80D
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 24-480mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 915g - 138 x 102 x 135mm
- Introduced September 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ2000
- Previous Model is Panasonic FZ1000

Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon 90D and Panasonic FZ2500, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the 90D (33MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the 90D (APS-C) and FZ2500 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

The 90D was released 2 years after the FZ2500 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 90D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the 90D scores vs the FZ2500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 90D & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 90D Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 90D over the Panasonic FZ2500
90D | FZ2500 | |||
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Introduced | August 2019 | ![]() | September 2016 | Newer by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ2500 over the Canon 90D
FZ2500 | 90D |
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Common features in the Canon 90D and Panasonic FZ2500
90D | FZ2500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 90D provides exterior dimensions of 141mm x 105mm x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 701 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ2500 has dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") and a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 90D and Panasonic FZ2500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 90D and the FZ2500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 90D and FZ2500 is 60 and 53 respectively.

Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 90D and FZ2500.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 90D featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon 90D will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher 90D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 90D vs Panasonic FZ2500 Specifications
Canon EOS 90D | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS 90D | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ2000 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2016-09-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 8 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 33MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6960 x 4640 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 45 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Total lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 4096 x 2060 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (With USB-PD compatible chargers) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 701 grams (1.55 pounds) | 915 grams (2.02 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 105 x 77mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") | 138 x 102 x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 538 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1300 images | 350 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6N | DMW-BLC12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $1,199 | $998 |