Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- New Model is Panasonic ZS30

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
The following is a thorough comparison of the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic ZS25, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The VG-145 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the ZS25 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the VG-145 matches up against the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-145 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-145 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-145 over the Panasonic ZS25
VG-145 | ZS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Olympus VG-145
ZS25 | VG-145 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-145 and Panasonic ZS25
VG-145 | ZS25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus VG-145 has got outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus VG-145 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the VG-145 compared to the ZS25.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and ZS25 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the VG-145 and ZS25.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to show greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged VG-145 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus VG-145 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus VG-145 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Other name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 160 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI-70B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $300 |