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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25

Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Fujifilm FinePix XP150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP150
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 205g - 103 x 71 x 27mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview

Below, we are comparing the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic FS25, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XP150 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm XP150 was announced 2 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XP150 matches up versus the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP150 over the Panasonic FS25

 Fujifilm XP150 FS25 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2009More recent by 36 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Fujifilm XP150

 FS25 Fujifilm XP150 
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FS25

 Fujifilm XP150 FS25 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP150 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 71mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XP150 versus Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP150 against the FS25.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP150 and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The graphic here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP150 and FS25.

All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP150 to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XP150 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FS25 Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
26
features face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Street photography camera
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment sealing
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Sports photography camera
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Travel photography camera
67
environment sealing
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
51
built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS25 Landscape photography advice
40
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
environment sealing
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
32
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP150 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS25 Vlogging highlights
32
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic port
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Fujifilm XP150 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP150 and Panasonic FS25
 Fujifilm FinePix XP150Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP150 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2012-01-05 2009-01-27
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3072 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 5.30 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264, Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205g (0.45 lb) 148g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 71 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 1.1") 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 300 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-50A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/ SDHC/ SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $260 $230