Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 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
- Launched November 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Released June 2012
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20
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On this page, we are analyzing the Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-FC150 was launched 3 years earlier than the ZS15 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-FC150 matches up against the ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC150 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC150 Gallery & Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Panasonic ZS15
| EX-FC150 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Casio EX-FC150
| ZS15 | EX-FC150 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2012 |  | November 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic ZS15
| EX-FC150 | ZS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS15 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the EX-FC150 versus the ZS15.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC150 and ZS15 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC150 and ZS15.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS15 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC150 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2009-11-16 | 2012-06-29 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.6-4.5 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 2.60 m | 6.40 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 173g (0.38 lbs) | 208g (0.46 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| 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 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-40 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $350 | $279 |