Panasonic FS15 vs Sony W530

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic FS15 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FS15 was announced 24 months earlier than the W530 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS15 scores vs the W530 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys physical measurements 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 W530 has specifications of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS15 and Sony W530 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FS15 compared to the W530.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and W530.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W530 to give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older FS15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.