Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax S1

Below is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was introduced 23 months later than the S1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZS25 matches up vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS25 has outer 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) and the Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS25 compared to the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and S1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and S1.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The younger ZS25 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.