FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic LZ40

The following is a in depth analysis of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic LZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was manufactured 4 years before the LZ40 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S2500HD grades against the LZ40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has specifications of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S2500HD vs the LZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and LZ40 is 78 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and LZ40.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic LZ40 to produce extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S2500HD will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.