Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25
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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Succeeded the Canon SX130 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was announced 7 months prior to the TS25 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX150 IS matches up vs the TS25 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Panasonic TS25
SX150 IS | TS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Canon SX150 IS
TS25 | SX150 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2012 | More modern by 7 months |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Panasonic TS25
SX150 IS | TS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS versus the TS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and TS25 is 86 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and TS25.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS25 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SX150 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2012-05-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 grams (0.67 pounds) | 144 grams (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $249 | $180 |