Panasonic FS25 vs Sony A200

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony A200, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is very well matched but the FS25 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was manufactured 7 months later than the A200 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FS25 matches up versus the A200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Sony A200 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony A200 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS25 and Sony A200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FS25 compared to the A200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and A200 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and A200.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FS25 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FS25 will give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher FS25 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.