Panasonic ZS15 vs Sony ZV-1

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony ZV-1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the ZS15 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS15 was launched 9 years earlier than the ZV-1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ZS15 grades versus the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 has 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) while the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS15 and Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the ZS15 and the ZV-1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS15 and ZV-1 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS15 and ZV-1.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The ZS15 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Sony ZV-1 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older ZS15 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.