Panasonic FH25 vs Sony WX80

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was brought out 24 months before the WX80 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FH25 scores versus the WX80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH25 has got external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Sony WX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH25 compared to the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH25 and WX80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and WX80.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older FH25 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.