Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX30V

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX30V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 13 months prior to the HX30V which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH25 matches up vs the HX30V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 has 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) and the Sony HX30V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX30V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 against the HX30V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and HX30V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and HX30V.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony HX30V to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.