Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2012
- Previous Model is Sony HX10V
- Newer Model is Sony HX30V
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FH25 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the HX20V making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FH25 scores versus the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony HX20V
FH25 | HX20V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Panasonic FH25
HX20V | FH25 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 18 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony HX20V
FH25 | HX20V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX20V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH25 versus the HX20V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and HX20V.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX20V to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-07-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159g (0.35 pounds) | 254g (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 320 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $180 | $397 |