Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FS25

Here is a extended review of the Canon SX210 IS and Panasonic FS25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced 17 months later than the FS25 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX210 IS has external measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX210 IS versus the FS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and FS25 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and FS25.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX210 IS to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX210 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.