Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax RS1500

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax RS1500, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was launched 23 months later than the RS1500 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS25 matches up versus the RS1500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Pentax Optio RS1500. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 has external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Pentax RS1500 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax RS1500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS25 versus the RS1500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and RS1500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and RS1500.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger ZS25 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.