Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony H55

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony H55, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was released 2 years later than the H55 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the ZS15 scores versus the H55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS15 comes with external 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 Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony H55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS15 against the H55.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and H55 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS15 and H55.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony H55 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger ZS15 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.