Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FS25

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FS25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX230 HS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX230 HS was launched 2 years after the FS25 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX230 HS scores vs the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX230 HS offers external measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX230 HS vs Panasonic FS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS and the FS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX230 HS and FS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX230 HS and FS25.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX230 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.