Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2012
Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe EX-H15 was introduced 24 months prior to the SZ1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the EX-H15 matches up vs the SZ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Panasonic SZ1
EX-H15 | SZ1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Casio EX-H15
SZ1 | EX-H15 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Panasonic SZ1
EX-H15 | SZ1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-H15 has outside dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-H15 against the SZ1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H15 and SZ1 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H15 and SZ1.
Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic SZ1 to give you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 pounds) | 131 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 250 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $300 | $179 |