Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10
Portability
93 Imaging
39 Features
43 Overall
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93 Imaging
39 Features
43 Overall
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Portability
96 Imaging
42 Features
34 Overall
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96 Imaging
42 Features
34 Overall
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
Panasonic ZS25
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS30
Sony QX10
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2013
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On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony QX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ZS25 matches up versus the QX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Sony QX10
| ZS25 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | " | Larger display (+3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 0k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Panasonic ZS25
| QX10 | ZS25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | September 2013 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 8 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Sony QX10
| ZS25 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS25 features outside measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony QX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the ZS25 vs the QX10.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS25 and QX10 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS25 and QX10.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony QX10 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older ZS25 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic ZS25 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony QX10 as a Portrait photography camera
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sony QX10 Street photography advice
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
lighter than average (193 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
lighter than others (105g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Panasonic ZS25 Sports photography details
Sony QX10 Sports photography details
incredible zoom range (24-480mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,200s)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (260 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (220 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Panasonic ZS25 as a Travel photography camera
Sony QX10 as a Travel photography camera
lighter than average (193 grams)
offers focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
long zoom (480mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (260 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
lighter than others (105g)
includes focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
really wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
bad battery pack (220 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Panasonic ZS25 Landscape photography features
Sony QX10 Landscape photography features
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
terrible battery life (260 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small ( inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
bad battery pack (220 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Panasonic ZS25 Vlogging information
Sony QX10 Vlogging information
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (193 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have external mic socket
really wide (25mm)
touchscreen capability
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than others (105g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1440 x 1080 pxls)
doesn't have external mic jack
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Lens-style |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2013-09-04 |
| Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | - |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 0k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.40 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | None |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1440x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 193 grams (0.43 lb) | 105 grams (0.23 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 pictures | 220 pictures |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN, |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $300 | $250 |