Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25
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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 129g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JZ100 was announced 2 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JZ100 grades against the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ100 over the Panasonic FS25
Fujifilm JZ100 | FS25 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Fujifilm JZ100
FS25 | Fujifilm JZ100 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FS25
Fujifilm JZ100 | FS25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JZ100 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm JZ100 and Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 against the FS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JZ100 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JZ100 and FS25.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JZ100 to provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JZ100 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JZ100 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 129 gr (0.28 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $190 | $230 |