Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15, 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.

      Both cameras were introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      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

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.33-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.7 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 640 x 480 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
      4. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15.

      PROS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      •   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
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      •   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
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 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

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic FS25
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.70"
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 1.8 fps vs 1.7 fps
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25.

      Panasonic FS12
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Panasonic FS42
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      1/2.5-inch

      10.1 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Nikon D70
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      APS-C

      6.1 MP

      Sony H400
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      1/2.3-inch

      20.1 MP

      Sony WX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      18.2 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon SX410 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      20 MP

      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Canon R50
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      Panasonic FS15
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
      Lighter 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz) vs 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15.

      Panasonic FS12
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Panasonic FS42
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      1/2.5-inch

      10.1 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z f
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      Full Frame

      24.4 MP

      Canon R10
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Casio EX-FS10
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      1/2.3-inch

      9.10 MP

      Nikon Z6 II
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      Full Frame

      24.5 MP

      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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
        Video Capture
        Low Native ISO8080
        High Native ISO1,6001,600
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)
        Internal Storage50 MB50 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
        Small Sensor1/2.33-inch1/2.33-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.1 Megapixel12.1 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points1111
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting1.8 fps1.7 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution640 x 480640 x 480
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Both models feature a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 27.7 mm2. Their native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      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. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 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.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs

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


      Battery

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 comes with Lithium-Ion rechargeable & charger battery pack and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 comes with DMW-BCF10 battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/MMC/SDHC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25, and up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 can shoot continuously up to 1.8 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 can shoot continuously up to 1.7 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.30 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25..

      Physical Parameters

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 body has dimensions of 97 x 58 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.28 x 0.87") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 body has dimensions of 97 x 54 x 22 mm (3.82 x 2.13 x 0.87"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 weighs 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 weighs 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz).

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

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      58 mm

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      22 mm

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      Size comparisons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 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

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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
      POOR
      54
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Small Sensor
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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)
      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 - 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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)
      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 - 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and give them scores of 51 and 48 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.


      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
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      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      43
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      43
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      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
      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      41
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480
      POOR
      41
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 640 x 480

      Focusing

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      POOR
      54
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      52
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      46
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      BAD
      38
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15

      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 148 g (0.33 lb / 5.22 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      49
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 136 g (0.30 lb / 4.80 oz)
      •   Internal Storage


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