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Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
30
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front
Portability
93
Imaging
40
Features
43
Overall
41

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs

Panasonic FH22
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 170g - 100 x 57 x 27mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS33
Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2013
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
  • Superseded the Panasonic ZS20
  • Later Model is Panasonic ZS30
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Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH22 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH22 was announced 4 years prior to the ZS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FH22 grades against the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH22 over the Panasonic ZS25

 FH22 ZS25 
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic FH22

 ZS25 FH22 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2010More modern by 36 months
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS25

 FH22 ZS25 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH22 offers exterior measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FH22 against the ZS25.

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH22 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH22 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH22 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FH22 Portrait photography info
Panasonic ZS25 Portrait photography info
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
32
MP count good (16MP)
no manual focus
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH22 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS25 Street photography factors
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
66
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus via touch
lighter than average in class (193g)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH22 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS25 Sports photography factors
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
45
long zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,200s)
small sensor (1/2.3")
low battery (260 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FH22
Travel photography with Panasonic ZS25
67
includes focus by touch
good resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
69
lighter than average in class (193g)
provides focus via touch
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
great reach (480mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery (260 shots)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FH22
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS25
41
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
43
decently wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery (260 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH22 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZS25 Vlogging features
30
relatively wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
34
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average in class (193g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of external mic support
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Panasonic FH22 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH22 and Panasonic ZS25
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25
General Information
Company Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS33 Lumix DMC-TZ35
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2010-01-06 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 24-480mm (20.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing range 5cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 15 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1200 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.80 m 6.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 170 grams (0.37 lb) 193 grams (0.43 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 57 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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
Battery life - 260 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $200 $300