Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
- 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Announced January 2013

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Casio EX-FC150 versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and XS1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FC150 was released 4 years earlier than the XS1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC150 scores versus the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Panasonic XS1
EX-FC150 | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Casio EX-FC150
XS1 | EX-FC150 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | November 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic XS1
EX-FC150 | XS1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC150 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-FC150 versus Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC150 compared to the XS1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC150 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and XS1.
To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to render more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-11-16 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 173g (0.38 pounds) | 103g (0.23 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $350 | $130 |