Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Panasonic ZS15 has external dimensions of 105 x 58 x 33 mm (4.13 x 2.28 x 1.3″) and weighs 208 g (0.46 lb / 7.34 oz) (including batteries). Panasonic ZS50 has external dimensions of 111 x 65 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.56 x 1.34″) and weighs 243 g (0.54 lb / 8.57 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50. Panasonic ZS15 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 6mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 1mm thinner than Panasonic ZS50.
Comparison image of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50.
Comparison image of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50.
Top View Comparison image of Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Panasonic ZS15 is significantly lighter (35g ) than the Panasonic ZS50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 (Lumix DMC-TZ25) nor Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 (Lumix DMC-TZ70) provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Panasonic ZS15 and Panasonic ZS50's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.