FujiFilm JZ500 vs Panasonic FH25

Lets look more closely at the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the JZ500 (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The JZ500 was announced 6 months prior to the FH25 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the JZ500 grades vs the FH25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm JZ500 has got outer dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm JZ500 versus Panasonic FH25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the JZ500 and the FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the JZ500 and FH25 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the JZ500 and FH25.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH25 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively.