Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH3 was brought out 12 months after the FS25 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH3 grades versus the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic FS25
FH3 | FS25 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic FH3
FS25 | FH3 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic FS25
FH3 | FS25 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FH3 vs the FS25.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and FS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and FS25.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH3 to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer FH3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS11 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lb) | 148 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $160 | $230 |