Panasonic FS25 vs Sony HX9V

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony HX9V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was brought out 3 years before the HX9V which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the FS25 scores against the HX9V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS25 has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 versus the HX9V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and HX9V is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and HX9V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony HX9V to resolve greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.