Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Key Specs
(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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched July 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS8
Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe ZS25 was launched 18 months after the ZS7 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ZS25 scores vs the ZS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic ZS7
ZS25 | ZS7 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Panasonic ZS25
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Panasonic ZS7
ZS25 | ZS7 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS25 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS7 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS25 vs the ZS7.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and ZS7.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ZS25 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lbs) | 218g (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 | 260 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $350 |