Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FS25

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was announced 12 months after the FS25 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the FH20 grades vs the FS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH20 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH20 vs Panasonic FS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FH20 against the FS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and FS25 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and FS25.

As you can tell, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FH20 to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer FH20 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.