Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620
Portability
95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
34
95 Imaging
39 Features
28 Overall
34
Portability
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
96 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620 Key Specs
Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FT25
Sony W620
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the TS25 (16MP) and the W620 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the TS25 scores vs the W620 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS25 Gallery & Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Sony W620
| TS25 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Panasonic TS25
| W620 | TS25 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic TS25 and Sony W620
| TS25 | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS25 comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W620 has sizing of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS25 versus the W620.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS25 and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS25 and W620.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern TS25 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
lighter than competitors (144 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
offers tracking focus
environment proofing
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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lighter than competitors (144 grams)
environment proofing
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.9)
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
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really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse recording
really wide (28mm)
decent megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (144g)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
really wide (28mm)
features face detection autofocus
lighter than competition in class (116g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Panasonic TS25 vs Sony W620 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT25 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-10 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 gr (0.32 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| 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 photos | 220 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $180 | $102 |