Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15
97 Imaging
40 Features
26 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and FS15 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FH10 was launched 4 years after the FS15 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH10 grades versus the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH10 over the Panasonic FS15
FH10 | FS15 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic FH10
FS15 | FH10 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic FS15
FH10 | FS15 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH10 provides physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FH10 versus the FS15.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and FS15 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and FS15.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH10 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The younger FH10 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 gr (0.23 pounds) | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | 260 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $110 | $180 |