Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic ZS25

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic ZS25, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and ZS25 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The FZ1000 was revealed 18 months later than the ZS25 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FZ1000 matches up against the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 features external measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ1000 against the ZS25.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and ZS25 is 55 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and ZS25.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ1000 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer FZ1000 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.