Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Released July 2009
(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
- Revealed June 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS20

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Below is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z37 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the ZS15 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 matches up against the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm Z37 | ZS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm Z37
ZS15 | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 35 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z37 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm Z37 | ZS15 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z37 features outer dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 and the ZS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z37 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z37 and ZS15.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS15 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z37 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 208 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $130 | $279 |