Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic FS25

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FS25, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was manufactured 2 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FH6 grades against the FS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH6 features physical measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic FS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FH6 versus the FS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH6 and FS25 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and FS25.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FH6 to produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher FH6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.