Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic SZ8

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic SZ8, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was launched 6 years earlier than the SZ8 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FS25 matches up versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ8 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic SZ8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FS25 versus the SZ8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and SZ8.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.