Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was introduced 6 months later than the FS25 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores versus the FS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic FS25
Fujifilm Z37 | FS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Fujifilm Z37
FS25 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic FS25
Fujifilm Z37 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z37 has external dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the FS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and FS25.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FS25 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.

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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $130 | $230 |