Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic TS25

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic SZ8 versus Panasonic TS25, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the SZ8 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was manufactured 13 months after the TS25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SZ8 scores against the TS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ8 comes with exterior measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SZ8 versus the TS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ8 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ8 and TS25.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The younger SZ8 should have an edge in sensor technology.