Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony A290

Here is a complete review of the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A290, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the A290 (14MP) is very well matched but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS25 was launched 2 years later than the A290 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ZS25 grades versus the A290 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Sony A290 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS25 enjoys physical 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 Sony A290 has specifications of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony A290 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS25 and the A290.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and A290 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and A290.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS25 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic ZS25 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ZS25 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.