Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Revealed January 2009

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FS15 was introduced at a similar time to the FZ28 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FS15 matches up against the FZ28 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic FZ28
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic FS15
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic FZ28
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS15 has got external dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FS15 versus the FZ28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and FZ28.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FS15 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.

Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-16 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 417 grams (0.92 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $180 | $599 |