Panasonic FS25 vs Sony W800

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FS25 and Sony W800, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and W800 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was manufactured 6 years before the W800 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FS25 scores vs the W800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS25 and Sony W800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS25 and the W800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and W800 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and W800.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W800 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.