Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS25

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S6200 vs Panasonic ZS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The S6200 was introduced 16 months prior to the ZS25 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S6200 scores versus the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S6200 has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S6200 compared to the ZS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S6200 and ZS25 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and ZS25.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older S6200 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.