Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25
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Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched July 2014
- Previous Model is Canon SX510 HS
- Successor is Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX520 HS versus Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SX520 HS was unveiled 5 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX520 HS scores against the FS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Panasonic FS25
SX520 HS | FS25 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | January 2009 | Fresher by 67 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Canon SX520 HS
FS25 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Panasonic FS25
SX520 HS | FS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX520 HS versus Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the FS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and FS25 is 69 and 95 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and FS25.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to render greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-07-29 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 gr (0.97 pounds) | 148 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 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 | 210 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $219 | $230 |