Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ2500

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ2500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm S9200 (1/2.3") and FZ2500 (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S9200 was announced 3 years before the FZ2500 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the Fujifilm S9200 grades vs the FZ2500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S9200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S9200 Gallery & Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9200 features outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ2500 has specifications of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") having a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S9200 vs Panasonic FZ2500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S9200 versus the FZ2500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ2500 is 61 and 53 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9200 and FZ2500.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm S9200 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FZ2500 will resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S9200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.