Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS25

Here, we are comparing the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FS25, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and FS25 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and FS25 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 II was manufactured 11 years after the FS25 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Z7 II scores vs the FS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II features physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z7 II versus the FS25.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and FS25 is 61 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and FS25.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z7 II will deliver greater detail due to its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.