Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013
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- 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
- Launched January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS30
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Olympus SZ-15 versus Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe SZ-15 was brought out 6 months after the ZS25 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the SZ-15 scores versus the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Panasonic ZS25
SZ-15 | ZS25 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Olympus SZ-15
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Common features in the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic ZS25
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Launched | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus SZ-15 offers external dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check the Olympus SZ-15 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-15 against the ZS25.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-15 and ZS25 is 88 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-15 and ZS25.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Olympus SZ-15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SZ-15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 23-483mm (21.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | SLB-10A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $300 |