FujiFilm S2500HD vs Panasonic ZS15

Here is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The S2500HD was manufactured 24 months prior to the ZS15 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S2500HD grades against the ZS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD offers external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S2500HD and Panasonic ZS15 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S2500HD against the ZS15.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and ZS15 is 78 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and ZS15.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The older S2500HD is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.