Panasonic FZ2500 vs Sony HX200V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Sony HX200V, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FZ2500 (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is pretty similar but the FZ2500 (1") and HX200V (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ2500 was manufactured 4 years after the HX200V which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ2500 scores against the HX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ2500 has got external measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has dimensions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Sony HX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ2500 versus the HX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ2500 and HX200V is 53 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ2500 and HX200V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ2500 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ2500 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.