Panasonic FS25 vs Sony A100

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS25 and Sony A100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the A100 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the FS25 (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The FS25 was introduced 2 years later than the A100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the FS25 scores versus the A100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 features outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony A100 has dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS25 and Sony A100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FS25 against the A100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and A100 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and A100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS25 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FS25 will show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer FS25 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.