Panasonic FH25 vs Sony QX30

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony QX30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Lens-style by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was unveiled 4 years prior to the QX30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FH25 matches up versus the QX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has proportions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony QX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH25 versus the QX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and QX30 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and QX30.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony QX30 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.