Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25
95 Imaging
39 Features
26 Overall
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94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S5200 was manufactured 2 years later than the FH25 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the S5200 scores vs the FH25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic FH25
S5200 | FH25 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 26 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Nikon S5200
FH25 | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic FH25
S5200 | FH25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S5200 versus the FH25.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and FH25 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and FH25.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent S5200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.80 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 pounds) | 159 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 160 photographs | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $130 | $180 |