Panasonic FS15 vs Sony H400

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony H400, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FS15 was introduced 6 years before the H400 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FS15 grades versus the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 comes with outer 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 Sony H400 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS15 vs Sony H400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 and the H400.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and H400 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specs. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and H400.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony H400 to provide extra detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.