Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400
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Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Released February 2014
Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony H400, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FS25 was introduced 6 years prior to the H400 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FS25 scores against the H400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Sony H400
FS25 | H400 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Panasonic FS25
H400 | FS25 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Sony H400
FS25 | H400 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 provides external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS25 and Sony H400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FS25 versus the H400.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and H400 is 95 and 62 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and H400.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony H400 to give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FS25 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-27 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.30 m | 8.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 148 gr (0.33 lbs) | 628 gr (1.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $230 | $268 |