Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic TS25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SZ-30MR was unveiled 22 months before the TS25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SZ-30MR scores versus the TS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Panasonic TS25
SZ-30MR | TS25 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
TS25 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | March 2011 | More modern by 22 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic TS25
SZ-30MR | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR features outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic TS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the SZ-30MR and the TS25.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-30MR and TS25 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and TS25.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged SZ-30MR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Olympus SZ-30MR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus SZ-30MR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-03-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) | 144 gr (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $279 | $180 |