Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.0) lens
- 405g - 110 x 79 x 78mm
- Announced January 2009
- Renewed by Nikon P90
(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
- Revealed January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Updated by Panasonic ZS30
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon P80 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the P80 (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe P80 was manufactured 5 years before the ZS25 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the P80 grades versus the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P80 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon P80 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P80 over the Panasonic ZS25
P80 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon P80
ZS25 | P80 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 48 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P80 and Panasonic ZS25
P80 | ZS25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Nikon P80 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P80 and Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the P80 compared to the ZS25.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the P80 and ZS25 is 75 and 93 respectively.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P80 and ZS25.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to show extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged P80 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon P80 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.0 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480, 15/30 fps, 320 x 240, 15 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 405 gr (0.89 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 79 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") | 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 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $400 | $300 |