Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic S1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was brought out 23 months before the S1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FS25 scores versus the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 has outside dimensions 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 S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FS25 versus the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and S1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older FS25 is going to be behind in sensor technology.