FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ150

Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 21 months before the FZ150 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S2500HD scores versus the FZ150 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD has physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S2500HD versus the FZ150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and FZ150 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and FZ150.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images but you will need to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged S2500HD will be behind in sensor innovation.