Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS100

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic ZS100, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is relatively close but the TS25 (1/2.3") and ZS100 (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The TS25 was launched 4 years prior to the ZS100 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TS25 grades versus the ZS100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic TS25 has outside dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).

Check the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic ZS100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS25 and the ZS100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS25 and ZS100 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Normally, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and ZS100.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TS25 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS100 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged TS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.