Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the ZS1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the FS15 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS15 was manufactured 3 months earlier than the ZS1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the FS15 matches up vs the ZS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS1 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 vs the ZS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and ZS1 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and ZS1.

All in all, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS15 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FS15 will produce extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively.