FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 437g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix S2990
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS30
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Below is a in depth review of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe S2950 was brought out 24 months before the ZS25 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S2950 scores vs the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2950 over the Panasonic ZS25
S2950 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the FujiFilm S2950
ZS25 | S2950 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S2950 and Panasonic ZS25
S2950 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2950 features physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the S2950 and the ZS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2950 and ZS25 is 76 and 93 respectively.
FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S2950 and ZS25.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older S2950 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S2950 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Other name | FinePix S2990 | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 437g (0.96 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $330 | $300 |