Panasonic FS25 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS25 and Sony NEX-C3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was introduced 3 years earlier than the NEX-C3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FS25 matches up vs the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 features external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS25 and Sony NEX-C3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the FS25 versus the NEX-C3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and NEX-C3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS25 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony NEX-C3 will offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.