Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was revealed 3 years later than the ZS25 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the TG-870 grades vs the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are available at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 offers outside measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Olympus TG-870 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-870 compared to the ZS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-870 and ZS25 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-870 and ZS25.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern TG-870 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.