Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 510g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Revealed 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
- Launched June 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS20
Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm SL300 and Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm SL300 was revealed 5 months before the ZS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm SL300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm SL300 grades vs the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL300 over the Panasonic ZS15
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm SL300
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Common features in the Fujifilm SL300 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm SL300 | ZS15 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | June 2012 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm SL300 has got exterior measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm SL300 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 vs the ZS15.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL300 and ZS15 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL300 and ZS15.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL300 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.
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Fujifilm SL300 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix SL300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2012-06-29 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 510g (1.12 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-85 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $280 | $279 |