Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Sep 2016
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 8.7 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix FZ2500
Wins
Lumix S1 II
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 20 frames)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix FZ2500 is 3mm wider and 43mm thicker than Lumix S1 II.
Lumix FZ2500 is 166 g heavier than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 135mm Lumix FZ2500 · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
7.3× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ2500
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Battery life (CIPA) — Both 350 shots
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix FZ2500 or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ2500 or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix S1 II is 166 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix FZ2500 and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix FZ2500: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ2500 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix S1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ2500 launched at $1,199 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix FZ2500 is $2,000 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.