FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10
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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Announced July 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S2600HD
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2500HD was introduced 6 months prior to the ZS10 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S2500HD scores against the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the Panasonic ZS10
S2500HD | ZS10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the FujiFilm S2500HD
ZS10 | S2500HD | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS10
S2500HD | ZS10 | |||
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Launched | July 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S2500HD provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD compared to the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and ZS10 is 78 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and ZS10.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS10 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively.

FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Also referred to as | FinePix S2600HD | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-07-06 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337g (0.74 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $200 | $350 |