Panasonic FH25 vs Sony A580

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH25 and Sony A580, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the A580 (16MP) is very close but the FH25 (1/2.3") and A580 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH25 was manufactured 4 months earlier than the A580 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the FH25 matches up vs the A580 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A580 has measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 and Sony A580 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FH25 compared to the A580.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and A580 is 94 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and A580.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact MP but not the same sensor sizing. The FH25 comes with the smaller sensor which should make obtaining bokeh tougher.