Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was unveiled 4 years before the ZS25 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FH20 grades against the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FH20 against the ZS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH20 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and ZS25.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.