Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Panasonic FS25

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.

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.

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.

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.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-2 iHS and FS25 is 85 and 95 respectively.

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.