FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the JZ300 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The JZ300 was announced 3 years prior to the ZS15 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the JZ300 matches up versus the ZS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 provides external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the JZ300 vs the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the JZ300 and ZS15 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and ZS15.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older JZ300 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.