Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25
93 Imaging
39 Features
26 Overall
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94 Imaging
38 Features
26 Overall
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- 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
- Launched January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Canon A810 versus Panasonic FH25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A810 was released 14 months later than the FH25 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A810 matches up against the FH25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Panasonic FH25
A810 | FH25 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon A810
FH25 | A810 |
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Common features in the Canon A810 and Panasonic FH25
A810 | FH25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A810 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has sizing 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 A810 versus Panasonic FH25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A810 and the FH25.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A810 and FH25 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and FH25.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer A810 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Canon A810 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 171g (0.38 lbs) | 159g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 220 images | 250 images |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $99 | $180 |