Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25
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Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 505g - 125 x 96 x 77mm
- Released July 2012
- Old Model is Nikon D3100
- Refreshed by Nikon D3300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Nikon D3200 and Panasonic FS25, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and FS25 (12MP) and the D3200 (APS-C) and FS25 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe D3200 was launched 3 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the D3200 scores against the FS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D3200 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D3200 over the Panasonic FS25
D3200 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon D3200
FS25 | D3200 |
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Common features in the Nikon D3200 and Panasonic FS25
D3200 | FS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D3200 features outside measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D3200 and Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D3200 vs the FS25.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the D3200 and FS25 is 67 and 95 respectively.
Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D3200 and FS25.
All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D3200 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D3200 will show more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern D3200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon D3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D3200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-07-25 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 357.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with 160� viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 505 gr (1.11 lbs) | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 96 x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 81 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1131 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL14 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $530 | $230 |