Panasonic FS25 vs Sony RX1

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony RX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and RX1 (24MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and RX1 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The FS25 was announced 5 years earlier than the RX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FS25 grades versus the RX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony RX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1 has dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 and Sony RX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FS25 vs the RX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and RX1 is 95 and 79 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and RX1.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony RX1 will deliver greater detail with its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.