FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS50

On this page, we are looking at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was revealed 5 years prior to the ZS50 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS50 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S2500HD grades versus the ZS50 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got outside measurements 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 ZS50 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the S2500HD versus the ZS50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and ZS50 is 78 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2500HD and ZS50.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files although you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older S2500HD is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.