Panasonic FS15 vs Sony RX100 IV

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS15 and Sony RX100 IV, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS15 was unveiled 7 years before the RX100 IV which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the FS15 grades against the RX100 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 has physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Sony RX100 IV has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FS15 and Sony RX100 IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 compared to the RX100 IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and RX100 IV is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and RX100 IV.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS15 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony RX100 IV will deliver extra detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.