Canon S200 vs Panasonic ZS15

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon S200 vs Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the S200 (1/1.7") and ZS15 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S200 was brought out 21 months after the ZS15 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the S200 scores vs the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Canon S200 vs Panasonic ZS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S200 compared to the ZS15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and ZS15 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S200 and ZS15.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S200 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS15 will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S200 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.