Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25
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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX240 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35

Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
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").

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.

Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Panasonic FH25
SX260 HS | FH25 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Canon SX260 HS
FH25 | SX260 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Panasonic FH25
SX260 HS | FH25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
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.

Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
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.

Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX260 HS vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-06-04 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231g (0.51 pounds) | 159g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 250 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $349 | $180 |