Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic GH4

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic GH4, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the GH4 (16MP) is very well matched but the FH25 (1/2.3") and GH4 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

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The FH25 was launched 4 years earlier than the GH4 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH25 matches up vs the GH4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 features external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH25 versus the GH4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and GH4 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and GH4.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The FH25 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The more aged FH25 is going to be behind in sensor technology.