Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was revealed 21 months later than the ZS3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FH25 scores against the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 offers external 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH25 against the ZS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and ZS3.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger FH25 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.