Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony RX100

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony RX100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is fairly close but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and RX100 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The ZS25 was unveiled 5 months after the RX100 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZS25 grades vs the RX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony RX100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS25 offers outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony RX100 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony RX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS25 versus the RX100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and RX100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS25 and RX100.

All in all, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The ZS25 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX100 will render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively.