Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was launched 13 months later than the ZS25 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up against the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9400W has got exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 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).

Compare the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W compared to the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9400W and ZS25 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9400W and ZS25.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.