Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FS7

Below, we are looking at the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") use different sensor sizes.

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The FS15 was announced within a month of the FS7 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FS15 matches up versus the FS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 features outer measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FS15 versus the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The pic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and FS7.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS15 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FS15 will give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images much more aggressively.