Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 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
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Announced January 2010
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic TS25 and Sony W370, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe TS25 was revealed 3 years later than the W370 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the TS25 matches up versus the W370 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS25 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Sony W370
TS25 | W370 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic TS25
W370 | TS25 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Sony W370
TS25 | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS25 enjoys physical dimensions 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 W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic TS25 and Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the TS25 against the W370.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the TS25 and W370.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic TS25 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher TS25 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lb) | 179 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $230 |