Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 267g - 108 x 67 x 37mm
- Announced April 2012
- Replaced the Panasonic GF3
- New Model is Panasonic GF6

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is relatively similar but the FS25 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

The FS25 was released 4 years prior to the GF5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FS25 grades versus the GF5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic GF5
FS25 | GF5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF5 over the Panasonic FS25
GF5 | FS25 | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 38 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic GF5
FS25 | GF5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 provides exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FS25 and the GF5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and GF5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and GF5.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The FS25 contains the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallow depth of field harder. The older FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2012-04-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) | 267 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 108 x 67 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 573 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $230 | $600 |