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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28
Fujifilm FinePix Z300 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z300
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
  • 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
  • Released June 2009
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

The following is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z300 was brought out 5 months after the FS15 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z300 scores versus the FS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Panasonic FS15

 Fujifilm Z300 FS15 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Fujifilm Z300

 FS15 Fujifilm Z300 

Common features in the Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS15

 Fujifilm Z300 FS15 
ReleasedJune 2009January 2009Same age
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z300 features external measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 vs the FS15.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z300 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z300 and FS15.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FS15 to show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Portrait photography camera
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lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
20
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Street photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Street photography factors
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports touch focus
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Sports photography features
Panasonic FS15 Sports photography features
23
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
slow frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography factors
54
supports touch focus
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
low MP (10MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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built-in flash
doesn't have Timelapse function
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z300 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Landscape photography camera
31
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
low MP (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm Z300
Vlogging with Panasonic FS15
27
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic port
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm Z300 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z300 and Panasonic FS15
 Fujifilm FinePix Z300Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix Z300 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-06-12 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-6.4 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 155 gr (0.34 lb) 136 gr (0.30 lb)
Dimensions 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID NP-45 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $180