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Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370

Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
37
Overall
36
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Key Specs

Panasonic ZS15
(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
  • Launched June 2012
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
  • Later Model is Panasonic ZS20
Sony W370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
  • 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
  • Announced January 2010
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Overview

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic ZS15 versus Sony W370, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ZS15 was released 2 years after the W370 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS15 scores versus the W370 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Sony W370

 ZS15 W370 
AnnouncedJune 2012January 2010More modern by 31 months
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic ZS15

 W370 ZS15 

Common features in the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony W370

 ZS15 W370 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display measurement
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS15 has physical dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic ZS15 versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the ZS15 compared to the W370.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and W370 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS15 and W370.

As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W370 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS15 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic ZS15 Portrait photography info
Sony W370 Portrait photography info
21
no manual focus
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic ZS15
Street photography with Sony W370
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (208 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS15 Sports photography information
Sony W370 Sports photography information
36
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
lack of phase detect AF
34
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic ZS15
Travel photography with Sony W370
61
lighter than competitors in class (208 grams)
built-in flash
quite wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
no Timelapse function
terrible battery pack (260 CIPA)
low megapixels (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
58
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic ZS15
Landscape photography with Sony W370
37
quite wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery pack (260 per charge)
no Timelapse function
37
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
manual exposure not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS15 Vlogging details
Sony W370 Vlogging details
33
quite wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competitors in class (208g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly display
no microphone jack
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (34mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.6)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone support
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Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony W370 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS15 and Sony W370
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
Otherwise known as Lumix DMC-TZ25 -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2012-06-29 2010-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias 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
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 23 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-384mm (16.0x) 34-238mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.6-5.6
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 6.40 m 5.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 file format MPEG-4, AVCHD Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 208 grams (0.46 pounds) 179 grams (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $279 $230