Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FS42

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the FS15 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") possess totally different sensor size.

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The FS15 was released 3 months prior to the FS42 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FS15 matches up vs the FS42 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 provides physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic FS42 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FS15 vs the FS42.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and FS42 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and FS42.

All in all, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS15 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic FS15 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively.