Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZR1

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZR1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was announced 6 months before the ZR1 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FS25 grades vs the ZR1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FS25 vs the ZR1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and ZR1.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.