FujiFilm S2950 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a extensive assessment of the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S2950 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2950 was unveiled 18 months prior to the ZS15 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S2950 matches up versus the ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2950 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2950 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S2950 provides outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 437 grams (0.96 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm S2950 versus Panasonic ZS15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the S2950 and the ZS15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S2950 and ZS15 is 76 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S2950 and ZS15.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the FujiFilm S2950 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older S2950 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.