Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS20

Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S4500 was brought out 5 months prior to the ZS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S4500 scores vs the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4500 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm S4500 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm S4500
ZS15 | Fujifilm S4500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4500 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm S4500 | ZS15 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2012 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S4500 features exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S4500 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 vs the ZS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4500 and ZS15 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S4500 and ZS15.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Fujifilm S4500 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.

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Fujifilm S4500 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S4500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 543g (1.20 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
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 | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $230 | $279 |