Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the ZS25 (16MP) and W310 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ZS25 was introduced 3 years later than the W310 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ZS25 matches up versus the W310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS25 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Sony W310
ZS25 | W310 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 37 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Panasonic ZS25
W310 | ZS25 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS25 and Sony W310
ZS25 | W310 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS25 enjoys outside dimensions 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 W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS25 vs the W310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS25 and W310 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS25 and W310.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS25 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern ZS25 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS25 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ35 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 137g (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $150 |