Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS20
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS30

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The M550 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the ZS25 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the M550 grades against the ZS25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Panasonic ZS25
M550 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Kodak M550
ZS25 | M550 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 36 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS25
M550 | ZS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M550 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Kodak M550 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the M550 and the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and ZS25 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The image underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and ZS25.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M550 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 125 gr (0.28 lb) | 193 gr (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $119 | $300 |