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
Sony
Alpha 7 V
33MP partially stacked Exmor RS hybrid with BIONZ XR2 AI, 30fps blackout-free burst, 7.5-stop IBIS, and 4K 60p oversampled from 7K.
$2,899
Launch priceReleased Dec 2025
Alpha 7 V is 9.2 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix FZ2500
Wins
Alpha 7 V
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 V has higher IBIS effectiveness (7.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher RAW buffer depth (95 frames vs 20 frames)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
- BAlpha 7 V has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 30 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 × 82 mm
695 g (1.53 lb / 24.52 oz)
Lumix FZ2500 is 7mm wider, 6mm taller, and 52mm thicker than Alpha 7 V.
Lumix FZ2500 is 271 g heavier than Alpha 7 V.
Depth (front-to-back): 135mm Lumix FZ2500 · 82mm Alpha 7 V
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 135 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 V
130 × 82 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7 V
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix FZ2500: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 V
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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 MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 V
IBIS effectiveness
7.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.3, 96.4, 82.4
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
RAW buffer depth
95 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
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
Alpha 7 V
Pros
- ✓33MP partially stacked sensor — ~4.5× faster readout than α7 IV
- ✓Blackout-free 30 fps with full AF/AE (electronic shutter)
- ✓7.5-stop central / 6.5-stop peripheral IBIS (CIPA 2024)
- ✓759-point phase-detect AF down to EV -4 with AI subject recognition
- ✓7K oversampled 4K 60p (full-frame, no pixel binning) + 4K 120p
- ✓Pre-Capture and dual USB-C (10 Gbps + USB 2.0)
- ✓Up to 16 stops dynamic range
Cons
- –Premium price vs α7 IV
- –4K 120p typically requires APS-C / Super 35 crop
- –Heavier than α7 IV (695 g vs 659 g with battery)
- –Complex menu and feature set
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix FZ2500 or Alpha 7 V?
Alpha 7 V scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 V?
Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP and Alpha 7 V is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 V captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 V have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 V has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ2500 or the Alpha 7 V?
Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic. Alpha 7 V reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 V?
Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g and Alpha 7 V weighs 695 g, so the Alpha 7 V is 271 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 V record 4K video?
Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 V: 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 V weather sealed?
Lumix FZ2500: No. Alpha 7 V: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ2500 and 630 shots for the Alpha 7 V, giving the Alpha 7 V the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ2500 launched at $1,199 and Alpha 7 V at $2,899. The Lumix FZ2500 is $1,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.