Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony H90

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was released 11 months after the H90 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ZS25 matches up against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS25 enjoys external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony H90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS25 against the H90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and H90 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and H90.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ZS25 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.