Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Replaced the Panasonic ZS20
- New Model is Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-560mm (F3.1-4.8) lens
- 235g - 111 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced January 2012
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe ZS25 was launched 12 months after the VS20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS25 scores versus the VS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Pentax VS20
ZS25 | VS20 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax VS20 over the Panasonic ZS25
VS20 | ZS25 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax VS20
ZS25 | VS20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Pentax VS20 has sizing of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 and Pentax VS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS25 compared to the VS20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and VS20 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and VS20.
As you have seen, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern ZS25 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Pentax VS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Pentax Optio VS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Pentax Optio VS20 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 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 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.1-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 2.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 lbs) | 235 gr (0.52 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 61 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | 260 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI122 |
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 |
Retail cost | $300 | $106 |