Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FS25

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty similar but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FS25 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The P7800 was revealed 4 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the P7800 scores vs the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The full galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 enjoys exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic FS25 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P7800 versus Panasonic FS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the P7800 versus the FS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and FS25 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and FS25.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The P7800 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF simpler. The fresher P7800 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.