Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic FH25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and FH25 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 18 months after the FH25 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the FH25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH25 has specifications of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Canon SX260 HS versus Panasonic FH25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS vs the FH25.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and FH25 is 91 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and FH25.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH25 to render greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.