Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic ZS15

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic ZS15, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was released 18 months prior to the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FP7 matches up versus the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FP7 against the ZS15.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP7 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP7 and ZS15.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older FP7 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.