Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZR1

Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic ZR1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was released 6 months earlier than the ZR1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FS15 grades vs the ZR1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 offers outside measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Panasonic ZR1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FS15 and the ZR1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and ZR1.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always take the release date of the products into consideration.