Panasonic FH25 vs Sony S950

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.

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.

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.

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.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FH25 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.

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.