Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic TS25

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic TS25, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was released 3 years prior to the TS25 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FX700 matches up versus the TS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 has outer dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic TS25 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FX700 and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FX700 and the TS25.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX700 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX700 and TS25.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older FX700 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.