Fujifilm XP200 vs Panasonic ZS15

The following is a extended overview of the Fujifilm XP200 versus Panasonic ZS15, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XP200 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP200 was brought out 9 months after the ZS15 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XP200 grades vs the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix XP200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP200 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XP200 enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 71mm x 30mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 1.2") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XP200 vs the ZS15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP200 and ZS15 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP200 and ZS15.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP200 to render greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP200 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.