Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH2 was revealed 24 months earlier than the ZS25 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH2 matches up vs the ZS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 vs Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FH2 and the ZS25.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and ZS25 is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and ZS25.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FH2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.