Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was unveiled very close to the ZS15 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ200 matches up vs the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ200 has got outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) and 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ200 versus the ZS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and ZS15 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and ZS15.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should really consider the launch date of the products into consideration.