Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony A99 II

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A99 II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and A99 II (42MP) and the ZS25 (1/2.3") and A99 II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS25 was unveiled 4 years prior to the A99 II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ZS25 matches up vs the A99 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Alpha A99 II. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony A99 II Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 offers outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony A99 II has proportions of 143mm x 104mm x 76mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.0") and a weight of 849 grams (1.87 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A99 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS25 vs the A99 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and A99 II is 93 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and A99 II.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS25 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A99 II will give you more detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older ZS25 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.