Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic FH25

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS 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 going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the A3400 IS scores versus the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has proportions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic FH25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A3400 IS and the FH25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and FH25 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and FH25.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent A3400 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.