Fujifilm S8100fd vs Panasonic ZS15

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8100fd was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS15 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8100fd scores versus the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8100fd comes with outer dimensions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S8100fd and Panasonic ZS15 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8100fd against the ZS15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS15 is 75 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8100fd and ZS15.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic ZS15 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S8100fd is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.