Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25
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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Revealed October 2013
- Renewed by Olympus E-M1 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic FS25, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the E-M1 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) and the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and FS25 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M1 was launched 4 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the E-M1 grades vs the FS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Panasonic FS25
E-M1 | FS25 | |||
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Released | October 2013 | January 2009 | Fresher by 58 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus E-M1
FS25 | E-M1 |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Panasonic FS25
E-M1 | FS25 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 enjoys outer measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the E-M1 versus the FS25.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 and FS25 is 71 and 95 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and FS25.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-M1 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer E-M1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-10-28 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePIC VII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 81 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 497 gr (1.10 lb) | 148 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 73 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 757 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BLN-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $799 | $230 |