Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15
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![Casio Exilim EX-S200 front Casio Exilim EX-S200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-S200/Casio-EX-S200-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15/Panasonic-FS15-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 132g - 100 x 55 x 18mm
- Launched August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-S200 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The EX-S200 was unveiled 19 months after the FS15 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-S200 matches up versus the FS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-S200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S200 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S200 over the Panasonic FS15
EX-S200 | FS15 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 19 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-S200
FS15 | EX-S200 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S200 and Panasonic FS15
EX-S200 | FS15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S200 has physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-S200 and Panasonic FS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-S200 vs the FS15.
![Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S200 and FS15.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-S200 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-S200 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-S200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS15-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-08-03 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 ID | NP-120 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $180 |