FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS15

The following is a extended comparison of the FujiFilm AV200 versus Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was introduced 18 months earlier than the ZS15 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the AV200 grades against the ZS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 has outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the AV200 against the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AV200 and ZS15.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm AV200 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged AV200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.