Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic FZ70

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic FZ70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was introduced 5 years before the FZ70 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS15 matches up versus the FZ70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic FZ70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FS15 and the FZ70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and FZ70 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and FZ70.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ70 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.