Panasonic ZS15 vs Panasonic ZS45

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic ZS15 versus Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was brought out 3 years prior to the ZS45 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS15 matches up vs the ZS45 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 features outer dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS15 versus Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS15 compared to the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and ZS45 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and ZS45.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic ZS45 to produce greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZS15 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.