Panasonic FS25 vs Sony A300

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony A300, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the A300 (10MP) is relatively similar but the FS25 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The FS25 was unveiled 13 months later than the A300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FS25 grades versus the A300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony A300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony A300 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony A300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FS25 and the A300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and A300 is 95 and 64 respectively.

Often, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and A300.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FS25 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FS25 will deliver more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent FS25 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.