Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25
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Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Launched July 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX400 IS versus Panasonic FS25, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX400 IS was announced 5 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX400 IS scores versus the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Panasonic FS25
SX400 IS | FS25 | |||
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Announced | July 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 67 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Canon SX400 IS
FS25 | SX400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Panasonic FS25
SX400 IS | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS features external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX400 IS versus Panasonic FS25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the FS25.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and FS25 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and FS25.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX400 IS to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX400 IS vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lb) | 148g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | 190 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $229 | $230 |