Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
- 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase 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
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and FS15 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-Z270 was released around the same time to the FS15 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z270 scores vs the FS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Panasonic FS15
EX-Z270 | FS15 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-Z270
FS15 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FS15
EX-Z270 | FS15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z270 has external dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z270 and the FS15.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z270 and FS15.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z270 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FS15 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 grams (0.24 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $0 | $180 |