Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012

Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The FH25 was announced 12 months earlier than the SZ1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FH25 grades versus the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Panasonic SZ1
FH25 | SZ1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Panasonic FH25
SZ1 | FH25 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Panasonic SZ1
FH25 | SZ1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic SZ1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FH25 compared to the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and SZ1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and SZ1.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH25 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 131 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | 250 shots | 250 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $180 | $179 |