Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP30 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm XP30
ZS15 | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm XP30 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | 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).
Analyze the Fujifilm XP30 and Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm XP30 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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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 |