Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic TS25

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XZ-10 was revealed at a similar time to the TS25 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the XZ-10 grades against the TS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The full galleries are provided at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-10 features outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus XZ-10 versus Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the XZ-10 compared to the TS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XZ-10 and TS25 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the XZ-10 and TS25.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS25 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively.