Panasonic FS15 vs Sony A33

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FS15 versus Sony A33, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the FS15 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS15 was manufactured 19 months earlier than the A33 making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FS15 grades against the A33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 enjoys external 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) while the Sony A33 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS15 versus Sony A33 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FS15 versus the A33.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and A33 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FS15 and A33.

To sum up, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FS15 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A33 will produce more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged FS15 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.