Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GH2

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic GH2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The FS25 was launched 3 years earlier than the GH2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FS25 matches up against the GH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic GH2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FS25 against the GH2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and GH2 is 95 and 70 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and GH2.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS25 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.