FujiFilm HS10 vs Panasonic FZ2500

Let's look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ2500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the HS10 (10MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the HS10 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The HS10 was brought out 7 years prior to the FZ2500 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HS10 grades against the FZ2500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix HS10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm HS10 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm HS10 comes with external dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 666 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has proportions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") and a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm HS10 and Panasonic FZ2500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the HS10 and the FZ2500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HS10 and FZ2500 is 60 and 53 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the HS10 and FZ2500.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HS10 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ2500 will show more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged HS10 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.