Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25
85 Imaging
37 Features
67 Overall
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![Olympus XZ-2 iHS front Olympus XZ-2 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-front.jpg)
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95 Imaging
35 Features
24 Overall
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Revealed December 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 XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and FS25 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.
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The XZ-2 iHS was revealed 3 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the XZ-2 iHS grades vs the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the Panasonic FS25
XZ-2 iHS | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | December 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
FS25 | XZ-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Panasonic FS25
XZ-2 iHS | FS25 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS offers outer measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Panasonic FS25 in the all 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)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the XZ-2 iHS vs the FS25.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and FS25 is 85 and 95 respectively.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-2 iHS and FS25.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The XZ-2 iHS contains the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The newer XZ-2 iHS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-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 XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Olympus XZ-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-12-18 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.60 m (ISO 800) | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 346 gr (0.76 pounds) | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | Li-90B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $450 | $230 |