Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony A33

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS15 versus Sony A33, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ZS15 (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the ZS15 (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The ZS15 was brought out 23 months after the A33 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ZS15 scores versus the A33 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS15 features physical 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 A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS15 vs the A33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS15 and A33 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS15 and A33.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS15 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A33 will provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent ZS15 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.