Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. FujiFilm S2500HD has external dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.89 x 3.19″) and weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic FZ200 has external dimensions of 125 x 87 x 110 mm (4.92 x 3.43 x 4.33″) and weighs 588 g (1.30 lb / 20.74 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the FujiFilm S2500HD and the Panasonic FZ200. FujiFilm S2500HD is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 14mm shorter and 29mm thinner than Panasonic FZ200.
Here is the back view size comparison of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ200.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
FujiFilm S2500HD is significantly lighter (251g ) than the Panasonic FZ200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD (FinePix S2600HD) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic FZ200's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Panasonic FZ200 sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. FujiFilm S2500HD's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to FZ200.