Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic L1

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic L1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and L1 (7MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The FH25 was manufactured 3 years later than the L1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH25 scores against the L1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH25 vs the L1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and L1 is 94 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and L1.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH25 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FH25 will result in extra detail due to its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern FH25 should have an edge in sensor technology.