Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5/Panasonic-LX5-front.jpg)
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 65 x 43mm
- Announced December 2011
- Older Model is Panasonic LX3
- Replacement is Panasonic LX7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- Updated by Panasonic ZS30
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic LX5 versus Panasonic ZS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the LX5 (10MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the LX5 (1/1.63") and ZS25 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
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The LX5 was launched 12 months before the ZS25 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the LX5 matches up against the ZS25 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic LX5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX5 over the Panasonic ZS25
LX5 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic LX5
ZS25 | LX5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | December 2011 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic LX5 and Panasonic ZS25
LX5 | ZS25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic LX5 has got outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic LX5 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the LX5 vs the ZS25.
![Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the LX5 and ZS25 is 88 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the LX5 and ZS25.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The LX5 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS25 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged LX5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic LX5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-12-15 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
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 | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 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 | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVCHD Lite | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 271g (0.60 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 132 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $294 | $300 |