Panasonic FH25 vs Sony H20

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and H20 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was brought out 21 months later than the H20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH25 scores against the H20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH25 and the H20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The visual underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and H20.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to produce more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher FH25 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.