Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was introduced 3 years prior to the ZS15 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP1 matches up vs the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 provides external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FP1 compared to the ZS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and ZS15.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older FP1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.