Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS25

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was unveiled 14 months before the ZS25 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the 3D1 grades vs the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 3D1 vs the ZS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and ZS25.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS25 to provide more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older 3D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.