Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic FX48

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic FX48, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and FX48 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 24 months after the FX48 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH25 scores vs the FX48 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 has physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic FX48 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH25 compared to the FX48.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and FX48 is 94 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and FX48.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic FH25 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger FH25 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.