Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Launched June 2012
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS20
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the XZ-10 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe XZ-10 was introduced 8 months later than the ZS15 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the XZ-10 grades versus the ZS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Panasonic ZS15
XZ-10 | ZS15 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | June 2012 | More recent by 8 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Olympus XZ-10
ZS15 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Panasonic ZS15
XZ-10 | ZS15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus XZ-10 features outer measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Compare the Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the XZ-10 and the ZS15.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XZ-10 and ZS15 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the XZ-10 and ZS15.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent XZ-10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-30 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) | 208 gr (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 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 | 240 photographs | 260 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $428 | $279 |