FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic FZ300

Here is a extensive comparison of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was unveiled 6 years before the FZ300 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S2500HD grades versus the FZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S2500HD against the FZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and FZ300 is 78 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and FZ300.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S2500HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.