Panasonic ZS15 vs Samsung SL102

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung SL102, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was announced 3 years later than the SL102 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 going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ZS15 matches up vs the SL102 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS15 compared to the SL102.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and SL102 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and SL102.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS15 to give extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ZS15 will have an edge in sensor innovation.