Canon SX170 IS vs Panasonic TS25

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX170 IS and Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was announced 8 months later than the TS25 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX170 IS grades against the TS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX170 IS and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the TS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and TS25 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and TS25.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images but you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX170 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.