Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Announced April 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FS12 was unveiled 4 months after the FS15 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FS12 scores vs the FS15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic FS15
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic FS12
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Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Panasonic FS15
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Released | April 2009 | January 2009 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS12 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FS12 compared to the FS15.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and FS15.
As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-04-17 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 129g (0.28 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $228 | $180 |