Panasonic ZS15 vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS15 versus Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the ZS15 (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the ZS15 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The ZS15 was brought out 7 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ZS15 grades against the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS15 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS15 has outer measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS15 versus Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ZS15 versus the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS15 and ZX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS15 and ZX1.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS15 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 25 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged ZS15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.