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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
26
Overall
33
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80 front
Portability
91
Imaging
44
Features
60
Overall
50

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Key Specs

Panasonic FH25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS35
Sony HX80
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 245g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Introduced March 2016
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX80, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FH25 was brought out 6 years before the HX80 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH25 matches up vs the HX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony HX80

 FH25 HX80 

Reasons to pick Sony HX80 over the Panasonic FH25

 HX80 FH25 
IntroducedMarch 2016January 2011Newer by 62 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony HX80

 FH25 HX80 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Touch display No Touch display

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony HX80 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony HX80 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FH25 vs the HX80.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and HX80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and HX80.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX80 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Portrait photography factors
Sony HX80 Portrait photography factors
34
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
39
good resolution (18 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
no manual focus
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FH25 as a Street photography camera
Sony HX80 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
70
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Sports photography features
Sony HX80 Sports photography features
40
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (4.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
57
amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (18 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
good battery pack (390 CIPA)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Travel photography factors
Sony HX80 Travel photography factors
65
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
76
good battery pack (390 per charge)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
good resolution (18 megapixels)
flash built-in
display is selfie friendly
relatively wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FH25 Landscape photography details
Sony HX80 Landscape photography details
38
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
49
relatively wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (18MP)
good battery pack (390 CIPA)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FH25 as a Vlogging camera
Sony HX80 as a Vlogging camera
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone support
75
relatively wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (245 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have mic port
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FH25 and Sony HX80
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
General Information
Make Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS35 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2016-03-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine VI Bionz X
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 surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology TFT Screen LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 4.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 5.80 m 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, on, slow sync, off, rear sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 159g (0.35 pounds) 245g (0.54 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 pictures 390 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $180 $368