Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS25 was revealed 11 months after the HX30V and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZS25 scores versus the HX30V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 comes with outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ZS25 and the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and HX30V.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX30V to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern ZS25 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.