Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic XS1

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FZ2500 versus Panasonic XS1, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and XS1 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ2500 was revealed 3 years later than the XS1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FZ2500 scores against the XS1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ2500 offers exterior dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") and a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ2500 versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FZ2500 versus the XS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ2500 and XS1 is 53 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ2500 and XS1.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ2500 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FZ2500 will result in extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher FZ2500 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.