Canon SX130 IS vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a extensive overview of the Canon SX130 IS versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was released 22 months prior to the ZS15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX130 IS scores versus the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX130 IS provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS and the ZS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and ZS15 is 85 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and ZS15.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older SX130 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.