Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic ZS15

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic ZS15, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was launched 3 years prior to the ZS15 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP8 grades against the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FP8 versus the ZS15.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and ZS15.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP8 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.