Panasonic TS25 vs Sony A230

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS25 and Sony A230, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and A230 (10MP) and the TS25 (1/2.3") and A230 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The TS25 was revealed 3 years after the A230 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the TS25 matches up against the A230 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A230. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Sony A230 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 features outside measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony A230 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") and a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic TS25 and Sony A230 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the TS25 vs the A230.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and A230 is 95 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the TS25 and A230.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The TS25 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic TS25 will offer you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher TS25 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.