Panasonic FS25 vs Sony NEX-6

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FS25 and Sony NEX-6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and NEX-6 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The FS25 was introduced 5 years before the NEX-6 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FS25 grades versus the NEX-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 features outer 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) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS25 and Sony NEX-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FS25 compared to the NEX-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and NEX-6 is 95 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and NEX-6.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony NEX-6 will provide more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.