Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic SZ3

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic SZ3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was launched 5 years before the SZ3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FS15 scores against the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 has got physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FS15 versus the SZ3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and SZ3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and SZ3.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ3 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.