Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS15

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was brought out 7 months after the ZS15 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FH10 grades vs the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH10 versus Panasonic ZS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH10 and the ZS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH10 and ZS15 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and ZS15.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Panasonic FH10 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The younger FH10 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.