Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony HX10V

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic ZS25 and Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was announced 11 months after the HX10V and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS25 matches up versus the HX10V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 enjoys physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Check the Panasonic ZS25 and Sony HX10V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS25 and the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS25 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and HX10V.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to offer extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent ZS25 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.