Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1
95 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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97 Imaging
40 Features
26 Overall
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Revealed January 2013
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FS25 was introduced 5 years prior to the XS1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FS25 grades against the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic XS1
FS25 | XS1 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic FS25
XS1 | FS25 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic XS1
FS25 | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 has outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic XS1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FS25 against the XS1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and XS1.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic XS1 to produce more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 148g (0.33 pounds) | 103g (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $230 | $130 |