Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was manufactured 17 months later than the FH25 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX150 IS grades versus the FH25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic FH25
SX150 IS | FH25 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon SX150 IS
FH25 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic FH25
SX150 IS | FH25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS has outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst 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).
Check out the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX150 IS against the FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and FH25 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX150 IS and FH25.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH25 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
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 |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 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 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 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 | 130 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $249 | $180 |