Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung GX-20

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung GX-20, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very well matched but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS25 was revealed 5 years after the GX-20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS25 grades against the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 offers exterior dimensions 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 Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung GX-20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS25 and the GX-20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and GX-20 is 93 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS25 and GX-20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS25 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic ZS25 will give you extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher ZS25 should have a benefit in sensor technology.