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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34
Nikon Coolpix S5200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs

Nikon S5200
(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
Panasonic FH25
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic FH25

 S5200 FH25 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2011Fresher by 26 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Nikon S5200

 FH25 S5200 

Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic FH25

 S5200 FH25 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 size comparison

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

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH25 as a Portrait photography camera
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
34
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
includes face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Nikon S5200
Street photography with Panasonic FH25
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Nikon S5200 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH25 as a Sports photography camera
28
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (160 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon S5200 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FH25 Travel photography factors
68
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse recording
terrible battery pack (160 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
65
megapixel count good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon S5200 Landscape photography features
Panasonic FH25 Landscape photography features
42
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inch)
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery pack (160 per charge)
missing Timelapse recording
38
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon S5200
Vlogging with Panasonic FH25
33
relatively wide (26mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
missing microphone socket
31
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic jack
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon S5200 and Panasonic FH25
 Nikon Coolpix S5200Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25
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