Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX5

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FH25 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH25 was launched 7 months after the HX5 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FH25 grades vs the HX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 has got physical measurements 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 HX5 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 and Sony HX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH25 against the HX5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and HX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH25 and HX5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH25 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH25 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer FH25 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.