Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15
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Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Announced January 2012

Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon G15 and Casio EX-ZR15, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the G15 (12MP) and EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the G15 (1/1.7") and EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

The G15 was brought out 9 months later than the EX-ZR15 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G15 grades versus the EX-ZR15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G15 & Casio Exilim EX-ZR15. The entire galleries are provided at Canon G15 Gallery & Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Casio EX-ZR15
G15 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | September 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 9 months |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Canon G15
EX-ZR15 | G15 |
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Common features in the Canon G15 and Casio EX-ZR15
G15 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G15 features physical dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR15 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon G15 and Casio EX-ZR15 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G15 compared to the EX-ZR15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and EX-ZR15 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and EX-ZR15.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G15 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Casio EX-ZR15 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern G15 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon G15 vs Casio EX-ZR15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-09-17 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 gr (0.78 pounds) | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 46 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 165 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 325 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | NP-110 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $499 | $249 |