Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic TS25

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was introduced 3 years prior to the TS25 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FZ40 scores against the TS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ40 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Panasonic TS25 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FZ40 vs the TS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and TS25 is 68 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and TS25.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic TS25 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.