Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 400g - 114 x 99 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Earlier Model is Nikon P80
(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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon P90 and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P90 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The P90 was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS25 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the P90 grades versus the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are available at Nikon P90 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P90 over the Panasonic ZS25
P90 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon P90
ZS25 | P90 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 47 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P90 and Panasonic ZS25
P90 | ZS25 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P90 has exterior measurements of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Nikon P90 and Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the P90 vs the ZS25.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P90 and ZS25 is 70 and 93 respectively.

Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P90 and ZS25.
As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged P90 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon P90 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P90 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-02-03 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 400g (0.88 lbs) | 193g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 99 x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") | 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 |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $700 | $300 |