Panasonic FS25 vs Sony W220

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the W220 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was released very close to the W220 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FS25 grades against the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony W220 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS25 and Sony W220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FS25 and the W220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and W220 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and W220.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images though you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.