Panasonic ZS15 vs Panasonic ZS50

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic ZS15 vs Panasonic ZS50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the ZS50 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the ZS50 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ZS15 grades against the ZS50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS50 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS15 offers exterior measurements 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 ZS50 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS15 compared to the ZS50.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and ZS50 is 92 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and ZS50.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older ZS15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.