Panasonic FS15 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic ZS70, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FS15 was introduced 9 years prior to the ZS70 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FS15 scores versus the ZS70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 has got external 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) while the Panasonic ZS70 has measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FS15 and Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FS15 versus the ZS70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and ZS70 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and ZS70.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS70 to provide more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older FS15 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.