Panasonic ZS25 vs Samsung NX11

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung NX11, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The ZS25 was launched 2 years after the NX11 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS25 grades versus the NX11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 has outer measurements 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 Samsung NX11 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ZS25 compared to the NX11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and NX11 is 93 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and NX11.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS25 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic ZS25 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern ZS25 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.