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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 front
Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 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
  • Announced January 2013
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25
Panasonic ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 214g - 103 x 60 x 32mm
  • Revealed June 2010
  • Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ8
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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Overview

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic TS25 versus Panasonic ZS5, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was introduced 2 years after the ZS5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS25 scores against the ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic ZS5

 TS25 ZS5 
RevealedJanuary 2013June 2010Newer by 32 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS5 over the Panasonic TS25

 ZS5 TS25 

Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic ZS5

 TS25 ZS5 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Physical Comparison

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS25 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the TS25 versus the ZS5.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the TS25 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and ZS5.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic TS25 to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher TS25 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic TS25
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS5
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
27
includes face detection autofocus
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS25 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZS5 as a Street photography camera
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
lighter than competitors in class (144 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (214 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZS5 Sports photography factors
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
31
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300s)
low frames per second (2.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS5 Travel photography features
71
lighter than competitors in class (144 grams)
weather sealing
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
63
lighter than competition in class (214g)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
missing Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography features
Panasonic ZS5 Landscape photography features
42
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
33
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic TS25
Vlogging with Panasonic ZS5
31
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (144 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
31
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
lighter than competition in class (214 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
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Panasonic TS25 vs Panasonic ZS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS25 and Panasonic ZS5
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
General Information
Brand Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT25 Lumix DMC-TZ8
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2013-01-07 2010-06-16
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine HD II
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 23 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 25-300mm (12.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-5.7 f/3.3-4.9
Macro focus range 5cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300 secs 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.40 m 5.30 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 144g (0.32 pounds) 214g (0.47 pounds)
Physical dimensions 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 103 x 60 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 pictures -
Style of battery 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
Launch pricing $180 $300