Panasonic FS15 vs Sony RX1R II

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FS15 and Sony RX1R II, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and RX1R II (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The FS15 was brought out 7 years before the RX1R II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FS15 matches up vs the RX1R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony RX1R II Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 provides exterior 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) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FS15 and Sony RX1R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FS15 and the RX1R II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and RX1R II is 95 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and RX1R II.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS15 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will deliver more detail having its extra 30MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.