Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the ZS15 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The ZS15 was brought out 6 years after the GX-1S which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ZS15 matches up against the GX-1S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS15 against the GX-1S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and GX-1S is 92 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and GX-1S.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS15 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic ZS15 will offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS15 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.