Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25
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Overview
Panasonic launched two cameras at once to replace the popular Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20, namely the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. Just like their predecessor, the FH25 and FH27 are straightforward point-and-shoot cameras that are affordable, pocketable, easy to operate, and equipped with extra zoom range. The FH25 and FH27 are nearly identical; the only thing that differentiates both cameras is the LCD screen. The FH25 is equipped with a 2.7 inch LCD screen, while the FH27 offers a 3.0 inch touch screen LCD. Panasonic stated that everything else on both cameras including camera performance and image quality should be identical. In this post, we will only review the FH25 which has a slightly lower price tag.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 top view
Compared to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 offers some updates. There are two most notable updates that the FH25 offers: first, the 1/2.33″ RGB CCD image sensor’s effective resolution which has been increased from 14.1 megapixels to 16.1 megapixels; and second is the new auto-focus system that according to Panasonic should be approximately 42% faster than its predecessor. In terms of optic, the FH25 is still equipped with the same Leica DC Vario-Elmar branded 8x optical zoom lens like the one found on the FH20, but this lens is still the big feature that makes the FH25 stand out among competitors in its class. The FH25’s lens offers a range from 28mm wide angle to 224mm telephoto (35mm equivalent). Given this powerful range, certainly Panasonic also equipped it with a true optical image stabilization system to minimize blur. Moreover, Panasonic’s Intelligent Resolution Technology makes it possible to extend the zoom digitally to 10x (280mm) with minimal compromise in image quality.
Other features of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 include Panasonic’s latest generation Venus Engine VI image processor, a 2.7 inch LCD screen with 230,000 dot resolution, a wide selection of 28 scene modes, sensitivity from ISO 100 – 1600 (extendable to ISO 6400), high definition movie recording capability (720p) at 24 frames per second with monaural sound, 70 MB in-camera memory, and of course Panasonic’s reliable Intelligent Auto (iA) Mode. Apart from the lens, the FH25’s features are fairly average compared to its competitor in today’s market. But like mentioned before, if you are looking for an affordable and user friendly point-and-shoot camera that can slip into any pocket and offers a powerful zoom, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 is the one.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 three-quarter view
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