Leica C vs Panasonic FS25

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Leica C and Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Panasonic. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the C (1/1.7") and FS25 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The C was released 4 years after the FS25 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the C grades vs the FS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Leica C Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Leica C has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has specifications 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 Leica C and Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the C versus the FS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the C and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the C and FS25.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The C provides the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The fresher C is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.