Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX9V

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX9V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 6 months before the HX9V and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FH25 scores versus the HX9V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH25 comes with outer 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 HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FH25 vs the HX9V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and HX9V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and HX9V.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration.