Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 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
- Released November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Casio EX-FC150 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was launched 13 months earlier than the S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-FC150 matches up against the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Panasonic S1
EX-FC150 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Casio EX-FC150
S1 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | November 2009 | Fresher by 13 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic S1
EX-FC150 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FC150 has external measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC150 versus Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-FC150 versus the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and S1 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC150 and S1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic S1 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-11-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 40.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 pounds) | 117g (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 life | - | 240 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $350 | $269 |