Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15
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![Nikon Coolpix S9900 front Nikon Coolpix S9900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900/Nikon-S9900-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15/Panasonic-ZS15-front.jpg)
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon S9700
(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
- Introduced June 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS20
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon S9900 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the S9900 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The S9900 was brought out 2 years later than the ZS15 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S9900 matches up against the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9900 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9900 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Panasonic ZS15
S9900 | ZS15 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | June 2012 | More recent by 32 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Nikon S9900
ZS15 | S9900 |
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Common features in the Nikon S9900 and Panasonic ZS15
S9900 | ZS15 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S9900 has got external dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while 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).
Check out the Nikon S9900 versus Panasonic ZS15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S9900 vs the ZS15.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S9900 and ZS15 is 88 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 top view buttons comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S9900 and ZS15.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S9900 to result in greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S9900 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 sensor size comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S9900-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S9900 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.7-6.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lbs) | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $279 |