Canon A3500 IS vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon A3500 IS versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A3500 IS (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3500 IS was unveiled 7 months later than the ZS15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A3500 IS scores versus the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A3500 IS has outer measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A3500 IS versus the ZS15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A3500 IS and ZS15 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3500 IS and ZS15.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A3500 IS to result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern A3500 IS provides an advantage in sensor technology.