Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax K-500

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Pentax K-500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the K-500 (16MP) is pretty close but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and K-500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS25 was unveiled 10 months prior to the K-500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-500 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ZS25 matches up vs the K-500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Pentax K-500. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Pentax K-500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 features exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Pentax K-500 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS25 versus Pentax K-500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the ZS25 vs the K-500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and K-500 is 93 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and K-500.

All in all, both the cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The ZS25 uses the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF harder. The more aged ZS25 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.