Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Launched January 2009
(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
- Revealed January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm S8100fd was manufactured 5 years prior to the ZS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd matches up versus the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
ZS25 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 48 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZS25
Fujifilm S8100fd | ZS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8100fd features outer dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S8100fd versus Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd vs the ZS25.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS25 is 75 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS25.
As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS25 to show extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-15 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | 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 | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 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 | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 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 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $300 | $300 |