Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS1

Below is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic ZS1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") posses different sensor sizing.

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The FH25 was introduced 21 months later than the ZS1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH25 grades versus the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FH25 compared to the ZS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and ZS1 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The visual here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and ZS1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FH25 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FH25 will offer extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher FH25 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.