FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15
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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS20

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the FujiFilm T300 versus Panasonic ZS15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the T300 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The T300 was manufactured 11 months prior to the ZS15 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the T300 grades versus the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix T300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm T300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Panasonic ZS15
T300 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the FujiFilm T300
ZS15 | T300 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 11 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Panasonic ZS15
T300 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm T300 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm T300 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the T300 against the ZS15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the T300 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specifications. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the T300 and ZS15.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the FujiFilm T300 to give greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged T300 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also referred to as | FinePix T305 | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2012-06-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) | 208 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $250 | $279 |