Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Updated by Panasonic ZS20
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ28 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FZ28 was brought out 4 years before the ZS15 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the FZ28 grades vs the ZS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic ZS15
FZ28 | ZS15 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Panasonic FZ28
ZS15 | FZ28 | |||
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Released | June 2012 | January 2009 | Newer by 42 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic ZS15
FZ28 | ZS15 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 has external dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ28 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ28 compared to the ZS15.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ28 and ZS15 is 72 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ28 and ZS15.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS15 to result in greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-486mm (18.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-4.4 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 417g (0.92 pounds) | 208g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 27 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 17.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 79 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $599 | $279 |