Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX10

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony RX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is pretty similar but the FH25 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") possess different sensor size.

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The FH25 was brought out 4 years earlier than the RX10 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH25 scores against the RX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 has got physical dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony RX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH25 against the RX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and RX10 is 94 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and RX10.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH25 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX10 will offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.