Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung TL225

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung TL225, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and TL225 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was introduced 3 years later than the TL225 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS25 scores against the TL225 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Samsung TL225. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic TS25 features outside 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 Samsung TL225 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS25 vs Samsung TL225 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TS25 against the TL225.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and TL225 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and TL225.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS25 to provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent TS25 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.