Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic FS25

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P7000 (10MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the P7000 (1/1.7") and FS25 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The P7000 was introduced 23 months after the FS25 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P7000 scores vs the FS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P7000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P7000 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7000 comes with outside measurements of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Nikon P7000 vs Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P7000 and the FS25.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P7000 and FS25 is 85 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P7000 and FS25.

Clearly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7000 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FS25 will provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher P7000 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.