Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 159g - 100 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed January 2014
(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
- Announced June 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- New Model is Panasonic ZS20
Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic ZS15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ8 was released 19 months after the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ8 matches up versus the ZS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ8 over the Panasonic ZS15
SZ8 | ZS15 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | June 2012 | More modern by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Panasonic SZ8
ZS15 | SZ8 |
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Common features in the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic ZS15
SZ8 | ZS15 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic SZ8 has got external measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic SZ8 and Panasonic ZS15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ8 and the ZS15.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and ZS15 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and ZS15.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic SZ8 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger SZ8 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Panasonic SZ8 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-6.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 159 grams (0.35 lbs) | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 260 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $275 | $279 |