Fujifilm X100VI vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X100VI and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm X100VI was introduced in February 2024 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm X100VI Highlights

      • 40.2 MP APS-C Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 125 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 425 Focus Points
      • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 1,620k dot Tilting Screen
      • 3,690k dot Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 640 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm X100VI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25.

      PROS

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      •   High Resolution Sensor - 40.2 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/180000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   USB Charging
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      •   No Video Capture
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Fujifilm X100VI

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X100VI over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25.

      Fujifilm X100VI vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs 1/2.33-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 40.2 Megapixel vs 12.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 1,600
      Higher Boosted ISO 51,200 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 7728 x 5152 vs 4000 x 3000
      RAW Support vs
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 425 vs 11
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.0 vs f/3.3
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/2.0 vs f/5.9
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fixed
      Touch Screen vs
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,620k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/2000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 1.8 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Interval Recording vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Built-In Bluetooth vs
      Environmental Sealing vs

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      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 over Fujifilm X100VI.

      Fujifilm X100VI vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
      Video Capture vs
      Lower Native ISO 125 vs 80
      Reaches Wider Angle 35 mm mm vs 29 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 35 mm vs 145 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 1x vs 5x
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Lighter 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz) vs 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)
      Internal Storage 0 vs 50 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm X100VI Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
        High Native ISO12,8001,600
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization 5-Axis Sensor Shift
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm X100VI Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm X100VI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 have 3.0" screens with 1,620k dot and 230k dot resolutions respectively. Fujifilm X100VI has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 has a Fixed screen Fujifilm X100VI also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Fujifilm X100VI with Tilting screen


      Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder on Fujifilm X100VI

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 3,690k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25.

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X100VI features a 40.2 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 125 - 12,800 and expands to 64 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm X100VI is equipped with X-Processor 5 processor and can take pictures up to 7728 x 5152 resolution. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 16:9, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X100VI

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X100VI. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X100VI

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      Bluetooth on Fujifilm X100VI

      Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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      USB Inputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.


      Battery

      Fujifilm X100VI comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 450 shots and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 comes with Lithium-Ion rechargeable & charger battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Fujifilm X100VI has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 has a single SD/MMC/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/180000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X100VI, and up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. Fujifilm X100VI can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 can shoot continuously up to 1.8 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.30 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. Fujifilm X100VI also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100VI.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm X100VI body has dimensions of 128 x 75 x 55 mm (5.04 x 2.95 x 2.17") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 body has dimensions of 97 x 58 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.87"). Fujifilm X100VI weighs 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 weighs 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz).

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      128 mm

      75 mm

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      97 mm

      58 mm

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      75 mm

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      58 mm

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      55 mm

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      22 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm X100VI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Fujifilm X100VI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      GOOD
      82
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.8 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      GOOD
      82
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      GOOD
      70
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm X100VI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and give them scores of 77 and 51 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      OVERALL
      77
      OVERALL
      51

      Sensor

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      GOOD
      73
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 40.2 Megapixel
      •   125 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      43
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/180000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Webcam Functionality
      POOR
      41
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480

      Focusing

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Animal Eye Detection
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,620k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 3,690k dot
      POOR
      52
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   No IP Streaming
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      46
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm X100VI

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 450 shots
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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