Panasonic TS2 vs Panasonic ZS25

Let's look closer at the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS25, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS2 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS2 was unveiled 3 years before the ZS25 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the TS2 grades vs the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS2 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic TS2 and Panasonic ZS25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the TS2 and the ZS25.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the TS2 and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the TS2 and ZS25.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic ZS25 to render greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TS2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.