Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic ZS25

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was introduced 3 years earlier than the ZS25 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ100 grades versus the ZS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ100 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FZ100 against the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and ZS25 is 67 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.