FujiFilm S1600 vs Panasonic FZ2500

In this article, we are evaluating the FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic FZ2500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S1600 (12MP) and FZ2500 (20MP) and the S1600 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The S1600 was introduced 7 years earlier than the FZ2500 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the S1600 matches up versus the FZ2500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1600 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has sizing of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") along with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S1600 and Panasonic FZ2500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S1600 versus the FZ2500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and FZ2500 is 78 and 53 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and FZ2500.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1600 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FZ2500 will produce greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older S1600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.