Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the TS25 (16MP) and W290 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TS25 was revealed 3 years after the W290 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the TS25 matches up against the W290 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Sony W290
TS25 | W290 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2009 | Newer by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Panasonic TS25
W290 | TS25 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Sony W290
TS25 | W290 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 offers external measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the TS25 versus the W290.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS25 and W290 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the TS25 and W290.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS25 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern TS25 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W290 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 gr (0.32 pounds) | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $230 |