Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25
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Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Updated by Panasonic ZS30

Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was introduced 2 years after the ZS25 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX530 HS grades vs the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Panasonic ZS25
SX530 HS | ZS25 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Canon SX530 HS
ZS25 | SX530 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS25
SX530 HS | ZS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX530 HS offers physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS vs the ZS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX530 HS and ZS25 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX530 HS and ZS25.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX530 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 210 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $379 | $300 |