Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012

Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-FC150 and Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was unveiled 3 years prior to the VH-515 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the EX-FC150 matches up vs the VH-515 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Olympus VH-515. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Olympus VH-515
EX-FC150 | VH-515 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Casio EX-FC150
VH-515 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 33 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Olympus VH-515
EX-FC150 | VH-515 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 provides outside measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC150 and Olympus VH-515 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FC150 and the VH-515.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and VH-515 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FC150 and VH-515.
Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Olympus VH-515 to result in greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Olympus VH-515 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Olympus VH-515 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Olympus VH-515 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-11-16 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-40 | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $350 | $648 |