Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony QX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is pretty close but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS25 was introduced 20 months earlier than the QX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the ZS25 matches up against the QX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 features outer 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 QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony QX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ZS25 versus the QX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and QX1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and QX1.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS25 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony QX1 will result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged ZS25 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.