Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic ZS30

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic ZS30, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was manufactured 24 months earlier than the ZS30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH25 grades vs the ZS30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 provides 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 ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic ZS30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FH25 versus the ZS30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and ZS30 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and ZS30.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS30 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.