Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FS25

Lets look closer at the Nikon S9500 vs Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S9500 (18MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S9500 was launched 4 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the S9500 scores versus the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S9500 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9500 has outside measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S9500 vs the FS25.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9500 and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S9500 and FS25.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S9500 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent S9500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.