Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15
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Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 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
- Introduced January 2009

Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-S7 was revealed 14 months after the FS15 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-S7 grades versus the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Panasonic FS15
EX-S7 | FS15 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-S7
FS15 | EX-S7 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Panasonic FS15
EX-S7 | FS15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-S7 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-S7 and the FS15.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-S7 and FS15.
As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent EX-S7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-02-21 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 lb) | 136 grams (0.30 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $140 | $180 |