Panasonic FH25 vs Samsung ST80

Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung ST80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 13 months after the ST80 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the FH25 scores against the ST80 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys outer 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 Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH25 versus Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH25 and the ST80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and ST80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and ST80.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH25 to provide greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger FH25 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.