Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX7V

Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was manufactured 6 months prior to the HX7V and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FH25 scores against the HX7V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX7V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH25 and the HX7V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and HX7V.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to consider the age of the products into consideration.