Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic FS25

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX240 HS versus Panasonic FS25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 3 years after the FS25 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX240 HS scores against the FS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS has exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX240 HS against the FS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and FS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and FS25.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX240 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.