Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX350

In this article, we are matching up the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX350, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was launched 7 years earlier than the HX350 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH25 grades against the HX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FH25 versus the HX350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and HX350 is 94 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and HX350.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX350 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older FH25 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.