Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2012
- New Model is Panasonic GX7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Successor is Panasonic ZS30
Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic ZS25, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and ZS25 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX1 was manufactured 10 months prior to the ZS25 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX1 grades against the ZS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Panasonic ZS25
GX1 | ZS25 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic GX1
ZS25 | GX1 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2012 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Panasonic GX1 and Panasonic ZS25
GX1 | ZS25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 features exterior measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic GX1 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GX1 vs the ZS25.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and ZS25 is 87 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and ZS25.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizes. The GX1 provides the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more aged GX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic GX1 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 318 gr (0.70 lbs) | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 703 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $228 | $300 |