Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25
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29 Overall
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94 Imaging
38 Features
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Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Released 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon A4000 IS versus Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was released 14 months after the FH25 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the A4000 IS scores vs the FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are available at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Panasonic FH25
A4000 IS | FH25 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 14 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon A4000 IS
FH25 | A4000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Panasonic FH25
A4000 IS | FH25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A4000 IS features outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A4000 IS versus Panasonic FH25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the FH25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and FH25 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A4000 IS and FH25.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher A4000 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 pounds) | 159g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 175 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $199 | $180 |