Panasonic FS15 vs Sony A900

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony A900, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and A900 (25MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The FS15 was introduced 3 months later than the A900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FS15 matches up vs the A900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FS15 comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony A900 has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony A900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FS15 against the A900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and A900 is 95 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and A900.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS15 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A900 will show more detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.