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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
Portability
91
Imaging
33
Features
25
Overall
29

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Key Specs

Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Announced May 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Overview

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic ZS1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is pretty similar but the FS25 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was unveiled 3 months prior to the ZS1 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FS25 matches up vs the ZS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Panasonic ZS1

 FS25 ZS1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Panasonic FS25

 ZS1 FS25 

Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZS1

 FS25 ZS1 
AnnouncedJanuary 2009May 2009Similar age
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS1 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic ZS1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FS25 and the ZS1.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and ZS1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FS25 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively.

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FS25
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS1
26
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
25
provides face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low resolution sensor (10MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FS25 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZS1 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (229g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic FS25
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS1
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FS25 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic ZS1 Travel photography highlights
51
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
63
lighter than competition in class (229g)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FS25
Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS1
32
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
low resolution (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FS25
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS1
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
wide angle not great (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic jack
31
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (229g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic ZS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
General Information
Make Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1
Other name - Lumix DMC-TZ6
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-01-27 2009-05-14
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 6400 -
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 11 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 29-145mm (5.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus distance 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 6.3
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.30 m 5.30 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 148 grams (0.33 lb) 229 grams (0.50 lb)
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $230 $0