Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic ZS15

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and ZS15 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was introduced 11 months earlier than the ZS15 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR grades vs the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR against the ZS15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ZS15 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and ZS15.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.