Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic ZS25

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic ZS25, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched 4 years prior to the ZS25 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FH3 scores against the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH3 vs the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and ZS25.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FH3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.