Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25
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![Olympus SZ-12 front Olympus SZ-12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-SZ-12/Olympus-SZ-12-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25/Panasonic-FS25-front.jpg)
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Introduced January 2009
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-12 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SZ-12 was manufactured 2 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the SZ-12 matches up vs the FS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-12 over the Panasonic FS25
SZ-12 | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus SZ-12
FS25 | SZ-12 |
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-12 and Panasonic FS25
SZ-12 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-12 enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SZ-12 versus Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ-12 vs the FS25.
![Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and FS25 is 89 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-12 and FS25.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-12 to offer more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger SZ-12 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-SZ-12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-SZ-12-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus SZ-12 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus SZ-12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SZ-12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226 grams (0.50 lb) | 148 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $350 | $230 |