Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25
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![Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ/Olympus-SP-820UZ-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 SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Older Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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 SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SP-820UZ was revealed 3 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SP-820UZ scores vs the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Panasonic FS25
SP-820UZ | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 44 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
FS25 | SP-820UZ |
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Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic FS25
SP-820UZ | FS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ features outside dimensions of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Panasonic FS25 in the latest 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the FS25.
![Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-820UZ and FS25 is 69 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-820UZ and FS25.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-820UZ to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SP-820UZ provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-Stylus-SP-820UZ-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 SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-08-21 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 15.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 485g (1.07 lbs) | 148g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $230 |