Nikon S5100 vs Panasonic FS25

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Nikon S5100 and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S5100 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was revealed 19 months later than the FS25 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S5100 scores against the FS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are available at Nikon S5100 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5100 features exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S5100 and Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S5100 versus the FS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5100 and FS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5100 and FS25.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you have to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer S5100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.