Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 588g - 125 x 87 x 110mm
- Released July 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic FZ100
- Replacement is Panasonic FZ300
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released June 2012
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Successor is Panasonic ZS20
Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ200 over the Panasonic ZS15
FZ200 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Panasonic FZ200
ZS15 | FZ200 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ200 and Panasonic ZS15
FZ200 | ZS15 | |||
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Released | July 2012 | June 2012 | Similar age | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ200 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-07-18 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine VII FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | Free-Angle TFT Screen LCD Display | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,312k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (240, 120, 30, 25 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 588g (1.30 lb) | 208g (0.46 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 87 x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 37 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 114 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 540 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $499 | $279 |