Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 179g - 104 x 67 x 26mm
- Launched January 2015
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP70
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP90
(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
- Launched June 2012
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS20

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS15, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP80 was released 2 years after the ZS15 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XP80 matches up against the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XP80 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP80 over the Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm XP80 | ZS15 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2012 | Newer by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Fujifilm XP80
ZS15 | Fujifilm XP80 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS15
Fujifilm XP80 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XP80 has outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XP80 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XP80 compared to the ZS15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS15 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XP80 and ZS15.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm XP80 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XP80 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP80 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Fujifilm XP80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm XP80 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2012-06-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | 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 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m (with Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 179g (0.39 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 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 | 210 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45S | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, group) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $149 | $279 |