Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Launched February 2010
(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
- Announced June 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JV150 was announced 3 years before the ZS15 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades versus the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm JV150 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm JV150
ZS15 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 29 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm JV150 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JV150 features outside dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions 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 JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs the ZS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JV150 and ZS15 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and ZS15.
As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm JV150 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 208 gr (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $279 |