FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
- Replacement is Fujifilm HS30EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS30

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and ZS25 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

The HS20 EXR was launched 24 months earlier than the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm HS20 EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the HS20 EXR matches up against the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Panasonic ZS25
HS20 EXR | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
ZS25 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic ZS25
HS20 EXR | ZS25 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR has got outside measurements of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the HS20 EXR compared to the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HS20 EXR and ZS25 is 58 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HS20 EXR and ZS25.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The HS20 EXR includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged HS20 EXR is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Alternate name | FinePix HS22 EXR | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 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 | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $600 | $300 |