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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
41
Overall
38
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs

Panasonic SZ7
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Revealed January 2012
Panasonic TS25
(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
  • Announced January 2013
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
Photography Glossary

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic TS25, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ7 was brought out 12 months before the TS25 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SZ7 matches up versus the TS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Panasonic TS25

 SZ7 TS25 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic SZ7

 TS25 SZ7 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2012More recent by 12 months

Common features in the Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic TS25

 SZ7 TS25 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic SZ7 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Panasonic TS25 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SZ7 against the TS25.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SZ7 and TS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ7 and TS25.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SZ7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS25 as a Portrait photography camera
33
MP count decent (14MP)
includes face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
30
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS25 as a Street photography camera
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
67
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
lighter than average (144g)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic TS25 Sports photography highlights
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
42
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
features tracking focus
weather proofing
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 Travel photography advice
Panasonic TS25 Travel photography advice
70
lighter than competition in class (133 grams)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
71
lighter than average (144 grams)
weather proofing
megapixel count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic SZ7 Landscape photography features
Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography features
42
rather wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
42
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
weather proofing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic SZ7
Vlogging with Panasonic TS25
35
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (133g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
lack of external mic port
31
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (144g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic support
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Panasonic SZ7 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic SZ7 and Panasonic TS25
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
Also Known as - Lumix DMC-FT25
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2012-01-09 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 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
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 23 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-250mm (10.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focusing range 4cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT Color LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1300s
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 5.60 m 4.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4
Mic 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 133 grams (0.29 lb) 144 grams (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 shots 250 shots
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at release $199 $180