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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
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Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was announced 21 months later than the FS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the FS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Panasonic FS15

 EX-Z16 FS15 
RevealedSeptember 2010January 2009Fresher by 21 months
Focus manually Very precise focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-Z16

 FS15 EX-Z16 
Screen sizing2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS15

 EX-Z16 FS15 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 against the FS15.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and FS15 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and FS15.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer EX-Z16 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FS15 Portrait photography info
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you can focus manually
no manual exposure
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
21
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Street photography details
Panasonic FS15 Street photography details
58
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z16
Sports photography with Panasonic FS15
27
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography factors
53
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
low MP (12MP)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
51
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography advice
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you can focus manually
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (")
no manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
28
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z16
Vlogging with Panasonic FS15
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low quality video (848 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic support
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (29mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone socket
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS15
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Brand Name Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-09-20 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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 11
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 7cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.7"
Display resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type 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/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 136 grams (0.30 lbs)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $100 $180