Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25
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![Canon PowerShot SX700 HS front Canon PowerShot SX700 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_PowerShot_SX700_HS_0.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25/Panasonic-ZS25-front.jpg)
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- Successor is Canon SX710 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
- Revealed January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX700 HS was released 14 months after the ZS25 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX700 HS matches up vs the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Panasonic ZS25
SX700 HS | ZS25 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Canon SX700 HS
ZS25 | SX700 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic ZS25
SX700 HS | ZS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS features outside measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX700 HS and the ZS25.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and ZS25 is 89 and 93 respectively.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and ZS25.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX700 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX700-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 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 file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $349 | $300 |