Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZS15

Below is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZS15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 23 months prior to the ZS15 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FX700 grades versus the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX700 features outer dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS15 has sizing 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FX700 and the ZS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX700 and ZS15.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FX700 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FX700 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.