Panasonic TS30 vs Panasonic ZS25

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic ZS25, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the TS30 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS30 was introduced 2 years later than the ZS25 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS30 grades versus the ZS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic TS30 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic TS30 provides exterior dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic TS30 and Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the TS30 versus the ZS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS30 and ZS25 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS30 and ZS25.

To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The newer TS30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.