Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic G10

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic G10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FS15 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The FS15 was launched 19 months prior to the G10 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FS15 matches up vs the G10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 has got outer measurements 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 G10 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic G10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FS15 vs the G10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and G10.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The FS15 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The older FS15 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.