Panasonic FZ2500 vs Pentax VS20

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Pentax VS20, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and VS20 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and VS20 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The FZ2500 was announced 4 years after the VS20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ2500 matches up against the VS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Pentax Optio VS20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ2500 provides exterior dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") along with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Pentax VS20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ2500 against the VS20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ2500 and VS20 is 53 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ2500 and VS20.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FZ2500 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger FZ2500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.