Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic FZ150

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic FZ150, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS12 was introduced 4 years earlier than the FZ150 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the FS12 scores against the FZ150 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 has got outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS12 versus Panasonic FZ150 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FS12 compared to the FZ150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and FZ150 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and FZ150.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FS12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.