Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we are contrasting the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was launched 17 months before the ZS5 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Olympus FE-25 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FE-25 grades versus the ZS5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus FE-25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus FE-25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-25 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FE-25 against the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FE-25 and ZS5 is 98 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-25 and ZS5.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS5 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older FE-25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.