Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5/Panasonic-TS5-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25/Panasonic-ZS25-front.jpg)
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Replaced the Panasonic TS4
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS30
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS25, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the TS5 (16MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The TS5 was introduced 7 months later than the ZS25 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the TS5 scores against the ZS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Panasonic ZS25
TS5 | ZS25 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic TS5
ZS25 | TS5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Panasonic ZS25
TS5 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS5 has physical dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Panasonic TS5 versus Panasonic ZS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the TS5 against the ZS25.
![Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TS5 and ZS25 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TS5 and ZS25.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger TS5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS5-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic TS5 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-07-12 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 214g (0.47 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 260 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BCM13 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $350 | $300 |