Olympus E-M1 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below, we are matching up the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic ZS25, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly similar but the E-M1 (Four Thirds) and ZS25 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The E-M1 was brought out 10 months later than the ZS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the E-M1 grades against the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 enjoys physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") along with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M1 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M1 against the ZS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 and ZS25 is 71 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 and ZS25.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The E-M1 contains the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more modern E-M1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.