Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was revealed 24 months earlier than the ZS25 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH25 grades vs the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH25 versus the ZS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.