Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Casio EX-Z35 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z35 was introduced 14 months after the FS15 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the FS15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Panasonic FS15
EX-Z35 | FS15 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | January 2009 | More modern by 14 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-Z35
FS15 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Panasonic FS15
EX-Z35 | FS15 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z35 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z35 and Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the FS15.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z35 and FS15.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-Z35 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-02-21 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (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 | 640x480 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124g (0.27 lbs) | 136g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $99 | $180 |