Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15/Panasonic-ZS15-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Also referred to as WB5500
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The ZS15 was unveiled 2 years after the HZ50W which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ZS15 scores vs the HZ50W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Samsung HZ50W
ZS15 | HZ50W | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | ![]() | May 2010 | Newer by 27 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Panasonic ZS15
HZ50W | ZS15 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung HZ50W
ZS15 | HZ50W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 has outside measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has specifications of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung HZ50W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS15 against the HZ50W.
![Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and HZ50W is 92 and 70 respectively.
![Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and HZ50W.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung HZ50W to produce more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS15 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS15-vs-Samsung-HZ50W-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ25 | WB5500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-06-29 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 208g (0.46 pounds) | 426g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $279 | $250 |