Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic FZ2500

Here is a extensive analysis of the Fujifilm S8500 and Panasonic FZ2500, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is pretty similar but the Fujifilm S8500 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") feature different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm S8500 was announced 4 years earlier than the FZ2500 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S8500 matches up against the FZ2500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") accompanied by a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm S8500 and Panasonic FZ2500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 versus the FZ2500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8500 and FZ2500 is 61 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S8500 and FZ2500.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S8500 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S8500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.