Panasonic FS25 vs Sony WX300

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FS25 vs Sony WX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was released 5 years earlier than the WX300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FS25 matches up vs the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS25 vs Sony WX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS25 against the WX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and WX300 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS25 and WX300.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX300 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS25 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.