Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25/Panasonic-FH25-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950/Sony-S950-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 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
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The FH25 was brought out 23 months later than the S950 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the FH25 matches up vs the S950 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Sony S950
FH25 | S950 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the Panasonic FH25
S950 | FH25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic FH25 and Sony S950
FH25 | S950 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 has got exterior measurements 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 S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony S950 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FH25 versus the S950.
![Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 size comparison Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and S950.
All in all, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to provide you with more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent FH25 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
![Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S950-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-FS35 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine VI | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
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 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | - |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
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, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $180 | $130 |