Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 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
- Launched March 2011
(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
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS30
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SZ-30MR was launched 22 months before the ZS25 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-30MR scores vs the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Panasonic ZS25
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Olympus SZ-30MR
ZS25 | SZ-30MR | |||
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Released | January 2013 | March 2011 | Newer by 22 months |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-30MR and Panasonic ZS25
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurements | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-30MR offers outer measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-30MR against the ZS25.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-30MR and ZS25 is 89 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and ZS25.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SZ-30MR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-30MR vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Olympus SZ-30MR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus SZ-30MR | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-03-02 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 226g (0.50 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" 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 | 220 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $279 | $300 |