FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS30

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AX350 was announced 24 months earlier than the ZS25 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the AX350 grades versus the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic ZS25
AX350 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the FujiFilm AX350
ZS25 | AX350 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic ZS25
AX350 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 has external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the AX350 and the ZS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AX350 and ZS25.
All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AX355 | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 180 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $300 |