Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic LX100

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic LX100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is pretty well matched but the FS15 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor size.

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The FS15 was unveiled 6 years before the LX100 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FS15 matches up vs the LX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic LX100 has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FS15 vs the LX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and LX100 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and LX100.

All in all, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FS15 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic LX100 will give you more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind in sensor tech.