Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic TS25

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and TS25 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ300 was launched 2 years after the TS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ300 grades vs the TS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 comes with outside measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic TS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ300 versus the TS25.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ300 and TS25 is 59 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and TS25.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS25 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FZ300 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.