Panasonic FS25 vs Sony TX200V

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS25 and Sony TX200V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and TX200V (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was introduced 4 years before the TX200V and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FS25 scores versus the TX200V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 offers outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 and Sony TX200V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FS25 compared to the TX200V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and TX200V is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and TX200V.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TX200V to resolve extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older FS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.