Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony A9 II

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A9 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the ZS25 (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS25 was released 7 years prior to the A9 II which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ZS25 matches up against the A9 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Sony A9 II Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A9 II has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A9 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS25 and the A9 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and A9 II is 93 and 62 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and A9 II.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS25 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A9 II will show more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged ZS25 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.