Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 7 expert reviews

Excellent:

3
Good:

3
Average:

0
Bad:

1

Pros:

Solid high ISO images
Superb 4K video toolset
Solid ergonomics

Cons:

Its 20x lens doesn't perform consistently across its coverage range
Expensive

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Last revision on September 12, 2018

Reviewers Liked

Solid high ISO images
Superb 4K video toolset
Solid ergonomics
1-inch sensor with 20x zoom lens

Reviewers Didn't Like

Its 20x lens doesn't perform consistently across its coverage range
Expensive

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Expert reviews and ratings

By Gadget Guy Australia on February 20, 2017 90

Versatility is the word for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 camera. In just about every circumstance you can probably take a slightly better photo, viewed technically, with a careful choice of lens and camera body than you can with this camera.But this...

By Digital Trends on February 08, 2017 80

Yes, if you're looking for an all-in-one DSLR-like camera that's deft at both photos and videos. The FZ2500 offers versatility and portability, while giving you image quality, performance, and unique features, without having to swap lenses. For many...

By TechRadar on January 19, 2017 90

It may not be perfect, but its well-rounded feature set and strong performance across many areas make the FZ2500 / FZ2000 a fine superzoom...

By TheStraitsTimes on January 18, 2017 80

If weight is not an issue and you are shopping for a capable bridge camera, the FZ2500 should be highly considered for its excellent feature list and image quality.•Leonard Goh is a photography instructor and a freelance writer who wrote about cameras...

By Digital Photography Review on January 17, 2017 82

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500/FZ2000 is a well-designed enthusiast bridge camera focused on video, and it offers capture tools that you won't find on any other camera in its class. 4K video quality is excellent, though there's a substantial crop...

By PC Mag on January 13, 2017 60

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 camera has true pro-grade video features, but its 20x lens doesn't perform consistently across its coverage range.

By Photo Review Australia on December 07, 2016 90

The relatively large size and high price tags of long-zoom digicams puts them in competition with mirrorless APS-C cameras, although the ability to use interchangeable lenses makes the latter more versatile. APS-C cameras also have larger sensors,...

By Shutterbug on February 13, 2018

Superzoom point-and-shoot cameras are an attractive option for everyone from casual shooters to serious enthusiasts because they provide unmatched versatility and value, typically in compact, portable packages. The most sophisticated all-in-one...

By Digital Photography Review on November 21, 2017

Last updated: November 21, 2017So you've got your pocketable compact for everyday shooting and maybe a digital SLR or mirrorless camera for when you want to get serious. The former typically have lenses that are too short, while the latter require a...

By Digital Photography Review on November 21, 2017

By Digital Photography Review on June 09, 2017

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By Shutterbug on December 13, 2016

The Panasonic FZ2500 is a large and Bridge camera with a 20x zoom lens and a 20MP image sensor (13.2 x 8.8 mm). It offers full manual image control and a lot of additional features like “4K Photo” mode and Wi-Fi compatibility. ( Editor's Note: Lab...

By Steves Digicams on September 19, 2016

Panasonic has announced a new super-zoom point-and-shoot camera system for 2016. The LUMIX DMC-FZ2500 boasts a 20.1MP 1-inch High Sensitivity MOS Sensor mated to the Venus Engine capable of shooting full res RAW and JPEG still images at up to 12fps as...

By The Imaging Resource on September 19, 2016

But where the FZ1000 placed that sensor behind a 16x optical zoom lens, the Panasonic FZ2500 boasts a brand-new, significantly further-reaching 20x optical zoom. Offering everything from a very generous 24mm-equivalent wide angle to a powerful...

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500

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