Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic ZS40

Following is a extensive assessment of the Casio EX-H15 vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the EX-H15 (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-H15 was revealed 5 years earlier than the ZS40 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-H15 grades against the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-H15 provides outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-H15 compared to the ZS40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and ZS40 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-H15 and ZS40.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to render extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.