Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic TS25

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic TS25, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and TS25 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and TS25 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The G9 was introduced 4 years later than the TS25 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G9 matches up against the TS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 provides outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G9 and Panasonic TS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 and the TS25.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and TS25 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and TS25.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G9 will resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent G9 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.