Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon A2300 and Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2300 was introduced 14 months later than the FH25 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2300 grades versus the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Panasonic FH25
A2300 | FH25 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon A2300
FH25 | A2300 |
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Common features in the Canon A2300 and Panasonic FH25
A2300 | FH25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2300 and Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A2300 versus the FH25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and FH25 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and FH25.
As you can see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher A2300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lbs) | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 photographs | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $139 | $180 |