Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic ZS15

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic ZS15, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZS15 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS25 matches up against the ZS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FS25 compared to the ZS15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS25 and ZS15 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and ZS15.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.