Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Launched July 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic LZ30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the LZ20 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe LZ20 was released 5 months earlier than the TS25 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the LZ20 grades vs the TS25 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LZ20 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Panasonic TS25
LZ20 | TS25 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic LZ20
TS25 | LZ20 |
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Common features in the Panasonic LZ20 and Panasonic TS25
LZ20 | TS25 | |||
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Introduced | July 2012 | January 2013 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ20 features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic LZ20 versus Panasonic TS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the LZ20 vs the TS25.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ20 and TS25 is 71 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the LZ20 and TS25.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Panasonic LZ20 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT Screen LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.80 m | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 499g (1.10 lbs) | 144g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $250 | $180 |