Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H200

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony H200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was revealed 5 years earlier than the H200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS25 grades versus the H200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 provides outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony H200 has measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony H200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FS25 against the H200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and H200 is 95 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and H200.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H200 to provide greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind in sensor tech.