Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Key Specs
(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
- Announced January 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS20
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009

Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and W220 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ZS25 was announced 4 years later than the W220 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS25 grades vs the W220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Sony W220
ZS25 | W220 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 49 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Panasonic ZS25
W220 | ZS25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Sony W220
ZS25 | W220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS25 has physical 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 W220 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS25 vs the W220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS25 and W220.
As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS25 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher ZS25 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1200 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 gr (0.43 lb) | 147 gr (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $160 |