Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic SZ5

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic SZ5, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was manufactured 4 years before the SZ5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the FS15 grades vs the SZ5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 provides exterior dimensions 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 SZ5 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FS15 versus the SZ5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and SZ5.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic SZ5 to give extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.