Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony RX100 V

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony RX100 V, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS25 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS25 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS25 was announced 4 years before the RX100 V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the ZS25 scores against the RX100 V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS25 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 V has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS25 versus Sony RX100 V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS25 against the RX100 V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and RX100 V is 93 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and RX100 V.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS25 with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony RX100 V will produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS25 will be behind in sensor tech.