Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 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
- Introduced June 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2009
Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony S980, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe ZS15 was brought out 3 years after the S980 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS15 matches up against the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Sony S980
ZS15 | S980 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 41 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Panasonic ZS15
S980 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony S980
ZS15 | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 provides outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Sony S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony S980 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS15 compared to the S980.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and S980.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher ZS15 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony S980 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Other name | Lumix DMC-TZ25 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-06-29 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.40 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 208 grams (0.46 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $279 | $300 |