Panasonic FS25 vs Sony S2100

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FS25 and Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the S2100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was announced 11 months earlier than the S2100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FS25 scores against the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys 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) and the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS25 and Sony S2100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FS25 and the S2100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and S2100.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files but you should really take the production date of the products into consideration. The older FS25 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.