Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS30

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4800 was unveiled very close to the ZS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm S4800 scores versus the ZS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S4800 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Fujifilm S4800
ZS25 | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S4800 | ZS25 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S4800 offers physical dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 versus the ZS25.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and ZS25 is 66 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and ZS25.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.

Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S4800 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-30 | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | 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 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, 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 | 518g (1.14 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $229 | $300 |