Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2
Portability
94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
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94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
33
Portability
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
33
93 Imaging
36 Features
29 Overall
33
Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
Panasonic FH25
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Older Model is Panasonic TS1
- Updated by Panasonic TS3
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FH25 was introduced 12 months later than the TS2 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH25 scores against the TS2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Panasonic TS2
| FH25 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic FH25
| TS2 | FH25 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Panasonic TS2
| FH25 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 features outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic TS2 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FH25 compared to the TS2.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and TS2 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and TS2.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH25 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent FH25 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FH25 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS2 as a Portrait photography camera
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street photography with Panasonic TS2
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports photography with Panasonic FH25
Sports photography with Panasonic TS2
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
slow fps (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
has tracking focus
weather proof
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic FH25 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS2 as a Travel photography camera
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
weather proof
MP count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Panasonic FH25 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic TS2 Landscape photography factors
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging with Panasonic FH25
Vlogging with Panasonic TS2
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic port
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Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FS35 | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-01-26 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine VI | Venus Engine HD II |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.80 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $180 | $350 |