Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 135g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2012
(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
- Introduced June 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS20

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JZ200 was introduced 5 months earlier than the ZS15 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm JZ200 matches up vs the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JZ200 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm JZ200 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm JZ200
ZS15 | Fujifilm JZ200 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JZ200 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm JZ200 | ZS15 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2012 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JZ200 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst 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).
Examine the Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JZ200 versus the ZS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ200 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JZ200 and ZS15.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JZ200 to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 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 Possible resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 208 grams (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 260 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $0 | $279 |