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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
37
Overall
36

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs

Fujifilm XP30
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
  • 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
  • Announced August 2011
  • Succeeded the FujiFilm XP10
  • Updated by Fujifilm XP50
Panasonic ZS15
(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
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
  • Successor is Panasonic ZS20
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview

Following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS15, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm XP30 was brought out 10 months prior to the ZS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XP30 grades vs the ZS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic ZS15

 Fujifilm XP30 ZS15 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm XP30

 ZS15 Fujifilm XP30 
AnnouncedJune 2012August 2011More modern by 10 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS15

 Fujifilm XP30 ZS15 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XP30 has physical measurements of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XP30 vs the ZS15.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XP30 and ZS15.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm XP30 to show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XP30 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Street photography factors
Panasonic ZS15 Street photography factors
62
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
weather proof
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (208 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm XP30
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS15
40
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
weather proof
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (200 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
36
excellent zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery (260 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Travel photography features
Panasonic ZS15 Travel photography features
65
weather proof
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (200 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
61
lighter than competitors (208 grams)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
long reach (384mm)
missing Timelapse mode
terrible battery (260 per charge)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Landscape photography features
Panasonic ZS15 Landscape photography features
39
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
weather proof
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW support
not so great battery pack (200 CIPA)
no Timelapse function
37
relatively wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery (260 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XP30 Vlogging details
Panasonic ZS15 Vlogging details
29
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone support
33
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors (208g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
missing external microphone jack
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS15
 Fujifilm FinePix XP30Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix XP30 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15
Also called - Lumix DMC-TZ25
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-08-16 2012-06-29
Body design Compact 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 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 15 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 6.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 165 grams (0.36 lbs) 208 grams (0.46 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") 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 200 shots 260 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD / SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $240 $279