Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic FH25

Here is a extended review of the Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic FH25, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very similar but the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and FH25 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The E-P5 was brought out 2 years later than the FH25 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the E-P5 matches up vs the FH25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 has exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic FH25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P5 compared to the FH25.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P5 and FH25 is 85 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and FH25.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The E-P5 provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more modern E-P5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.