Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8500 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8500 was manufactured 7 months later than the ZS15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S8500 grades against the ZS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S8500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8500 provides outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S8500 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S8500 against the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8500 and ZS15 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8500 and ZS15.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8500 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S8500 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.