Panasonic TS25 vs Sony HX90V

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic TS25 and Sony HX90V, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS25 was released 3 years before the HX90V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the TS25 matches up versus the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 enjoys outside 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 Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS25 and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the TS25 compared to the HX90V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS25 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TS25 and HX90V.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony HX90V to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older TS25 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.