Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 299g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced October 2016
- Replaced the Sony RX100 IV
- Refreshed by Sony RX100 VI
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the FH25 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") come with totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH25 was brought out 6 years before the RX100 V and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the FH25 matches up vs the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony RX100 V
FH25 | RX100 V |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 V over the Panasonic FH25
RX100 V | FH25 | |||
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Announced | October 2016 | January 2011 | More recent by 70 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper screen (+999k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony RX100 V
FH25 | RX100 V | |||
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Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 against the RX100 V.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and RX100 V is 94 and 89 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and RX100 V.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FH25 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FH25 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony RX100 V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2016-10-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 10.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 pounds) | 299 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 586 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 220 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $180 | $998 |