Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FS25 was launched about the same time to the FX580 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FS25 scores against the FX580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic FX580
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FS25
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Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic FX580
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Launched | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same age | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic FX580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FS25 compared to the FX580.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and FX580.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images though you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | 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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $230 | $499 |