Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 680g - 133 x 91 x 110mm
- Introduced January 2014
(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
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30

Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S1 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S1 was introduced 13 months after the ZS25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up against the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 over the Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S1 | ZS25 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 13 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Fujifilm S1
ZS25 | Fujifilm S1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S1 and Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S1 | ZS25 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 comes with external measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S1 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and ZS25 is 60 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1 and ZS25.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 133 x 91 x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 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 | 350 shots | 260 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-85 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $400 | $300 |