Panasonic FS25 vs Sony HX1

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony HX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was brought out 2 months before the HX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FS25 scores versus the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys outside dimensions 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 HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 versus Sony HX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FS25 against the HX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and HX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and HX1.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS25 due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic FS25 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.