Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Launched January 2011
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Launched January 2009
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH25 and Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FH25 was unveiled 2 years after the S930 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH25 scores vs the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony S930
FH25 | S930 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 25 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Panasonic FH25
S930 | FH25 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony S930
FH25 | S930 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Sony S930 has specifications of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH25 and Sony S930 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FH25 against the S930.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and S930.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH25 to produce more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer FH25 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.4" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 1/8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 gr (0.35 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $180 | $219 |