Panasonic FZ2500 vs Sony RX10 IV

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ2500 and Sony RX10 IV, both Large Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ2500 (20MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1").

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The FZ2500 was launched 11 months earlier than the RX10 IV so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FZ2500 grades against the RX10 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ2500 provides exterior dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") having a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has proportions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") along with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ2500 against the RX10 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ2500 and RX10 IV is 53 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ2500 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FZ2500 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.