Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
- 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Released May 2009
- New Model is Canon SX210 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX200 IS (12MP) and FH25 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX200 IS was unveiled 20 months earlier than the FH25 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the SX200 IS matches up vs the FH25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX200 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The full galleries are available at Canon SX200 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic FH25
SX200 IS | FH25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon SX200 IS
FH25 | SX200 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2011 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 20 months |
Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH25
SX200 IS | FH25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS has outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) while 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).
Compare the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FH25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX200 IS against the FH25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and FH25 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX200 IS and FH25.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH25 to offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older SX200 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX200 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-05-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 247g (0.54 pounds) | 159g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $329 | $180 |