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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25

Portability
90
Imaging
35
Features
37
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot SX200 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs

Canon SX200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.3) lens
  • 247g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
  • Revealed May 2009
  • Newer Model is Canon SX210 IS
Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Photography Glossary

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Overview

The following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX200 IS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX200 IS was introduced 4 months after the FS25 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX200 IS grades versus the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX200 IS over the Panasonic FS25

 SX200 IS FS25 
Focus manually Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Canon SX200 IS

 FS25 SX200 IS 

Common features in the Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FS25

 SX200 IS FS25 
RevealedMay 2009January 2009Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX200 IS features physical measurements 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 FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX200 IS compared to the FS25.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX200 IS and FS25 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 top view buttons comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX200 IS and FS25.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 sensor size comparison

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX200 IS
Portrait photography with Panasonic FS25
29
you can focus manually
no external flash support
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
26
comes with face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX200 IS as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FS25 as a Street photography camera
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (247 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Sports photography features
Panasonic FS25 Sports photography features
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Travel photography info
Panasonic FS25 Travel photography info
63
lighter than average in class (247 grams)
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
great reach (336mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
51
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Landscape photography information
Panasonic FS25 Landscape photography information
43
you can focus manually
fairly wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
resolution not great (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
32
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX200 IS Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS25 Vlogging highlights
30
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (247 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection focusing
wide angle not the best (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external mic jack
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Canon SX200 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX200 IS and Panasonic FS25
 Canon PowerShot SX200 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
General Information
Brand Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot SX200 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-05-14 2009-01-27
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.4-5.3 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 0cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 247 gr (0.54 lbs) 148 gr (0.33 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 ID NB-5L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $329 $230