Olympus E-M10 vs Panasonic FH25

On this page, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M10 vs Panasonic FH25, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M10 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the E-M10 (Four Thirds) and FH25 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The E-M10 was launched 3 years later than the FH25 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the E-M10 matches up against the FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 features physical measurements of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-M10 vs Panasonic FH25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M10 and the FH25.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 and FH25 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 and FH25.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The E-M10 uses the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF easier. The younger E-M10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.