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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-C3 front
Portability
91
Imaging
56
Features
57
Overall
56

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs

Panasonic FH25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
Sony NEX-C3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
  • Announced August 2011
  • Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
  • Replacement is Sony NEX-F3
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony NEX-C3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FH25 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH25 was revealed 7 months earlier than the NEX-C3 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH25 scores vs the NEX-C3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony NEX-C3

 FH25 NEX-C3 

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Panasonic FH25

 NEX-C3 FH25 
AnnouncedAugust 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kCrisper screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony NEX-C3

 FH25 NEX-C3 
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 features outer dimensions 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 Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH25 against the NEX-C3.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and NEX-C3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FH25 features the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged FH25 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FH25 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony NEX-C3 as a Portrait photography camera
34
megapixel count good (16MP)
offers face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
73
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Street photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Street photography highlights
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
79
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than average in class (225 grams)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Sports photography features
Sony NEX-C3 Sports photography features
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low frames per second (4.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
53
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
better than average battery life (400 CIPA)
max fps very slow (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Travel photography highlights
Sony NEX-C3 Travel photography highlights
65
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
71
better than average battery life (400 per charge)
lighter than average in class (225g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FH25
Landscape photography with Sony NEX-C3
38
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
70
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
better than average battery life (400 shots)
lack of image stabilization
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Vlogging info
Sony NEX-C3 Vlogging info
31
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
27
lighter than average in class (225g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone support
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH25 and Sony NEX-C3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25Sony Alpha NEX-C3
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 Sony Alpha NEX-C3
Other name Lumix DMC-FS35 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2011-01-05 2011-08-22
Physical type Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine VI Bionz
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4912 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 6400 12800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 11 25
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 28-224mm (8.0x) -
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Available lenses - 121
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT Screen LCD TFT Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 5.80 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 159 gr (0.35 lbs) 225 gr (0.50 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 73
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.7
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.2
DXO Low light score not tested 1083
Other
Battery life 250 shots 400 shots
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NPFW50
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $180 $343