Panasonic FS15 vs Sony HX350

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS15 versus Sony HX350, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was launched 9 years earlier than the HX350 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FS15 grades against the HX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 has got exterior 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 HX350 has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Sony HX350 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FS15 compared to the HX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and HX350 is 95 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and HX350.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX350 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.