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Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
98
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24
Olympus FE-25 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Olympus FE-25
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 0
  • No Video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 62 x 24mm
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Here is a extensive analysis of the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was announced around the same time to the FS15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FE-25 matches up versus the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-25 over the Panasonic FS15

 FE-25 FS15 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Olympus FE-25

 FS15 FE-25 
Display dimensions2.7"2.4"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution230k112kClearer display (+118k dot)

Common features in the Olympus FE-25 and Panasonic FS15

 FE-25 FS15 
RevealedJanuary 2009January 2009Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-25 enjoys exterior measurements of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic FS15 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 change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-25 versus the FS15.

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FE-25 and FS15 is 98 and 95 respectively.

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-25 and FS15.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FS15 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively.

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus FE-25 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Portrait photography camera
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
20
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Olympus FE-25 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Street photography camera
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low max ISO (0)
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Olympus FE-25
Sports photography with Panasonic FS15
16
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus FE-25 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography factors
61
has built in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
51
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus FE-25 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography factors
27
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.4 inch)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus FE-25 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging advice
9
can't shoot video
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic jack
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Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus FE-25 and Panasonic FS15
 Olympus FE-25Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Brand Olympus Panasonic
Model Olympus FE-25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-07 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2768 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO - 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus range - 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.4 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 112k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash modes - Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 136 gr (0.30 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 62 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $15 $180