Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase 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)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Revealed October 2012
- Old Model is Panasonic LX5
- Replacement is Panasonic LX10

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic LX7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the LX7 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the FS25 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The FS25 was launched 4 years prior to the LX7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FS25 matches up versus the LX7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic LX7
FS25 | LX7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Panasonic FS25
LX7 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | October 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 45 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic LX7
FS25 | LX7 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX7 has dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic LX7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FS25 compared to the LX7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and LX7 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and LX7.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS25 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FS25 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2012-10-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 8.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 148 grams (0.33 pounds) | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $230 | $400 |