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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front
Portability
97
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
34

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs

Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2013
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
Panasonic XS1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
  • Launched January 2013
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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS25 versus Panasonic XS1, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The TS25 was revealed within a month of the XS1 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TS25 matches up against the XS1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic XS1

 TS25 XS1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic TS25

 XS1 TS25 

Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic XS1

 TS25 XS1 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2013Same generation
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS25 has got external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS25 versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the TS25 vs the XS1.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TS25 and XS1.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Portrait photography information
Panasonic XS1 Portrait photography information
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good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Street photography info
Panasonic XS1 Street photography info
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lighter than competition (144g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
64
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (103g)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Sports photography factors
Panasonic XS1 Sports photography factors
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
low max shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
41
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic XS1 as a Travel photography camera
71
lighter than competition (144g)
weather proof
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
quite wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
69
lighter than competitors (103 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic XS1 Landscape photography advice
42
quite wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
39
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS25
Vlogging with Panasonic XS1
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quite wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (144g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
31
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (103g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic XS1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT25 -
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2013-01-07 2013-01-07
Body design Compact 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 surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 23 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT LCD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m 4.40 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 144 gr (0.32 pounds) 103 gr (0.23 pounds)
Dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6")
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 250 pictures 260 pictures
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $180 $130