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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost 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
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z550 was announced 12 months later than the FS15 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z550 grades vs the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Panasonic FS15

 EX-Z550 FS15 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-Z550

 FS15 EX-Z550 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FS15

 EX-Z550 FS15 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display measurement
Display resolution230k230kSame display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z550 against the FS15.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and FS15.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-Z550 to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z550 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Portrait photography camera
34
has manual focus
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
20
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z550
Street photography with Panasonic FS15
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
Photography Glossary

Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Sports photography camera
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z550
Travel photography with Panasonic FS15
65
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
no Timelapse recording
does not offer selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
51
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography info
42
has manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse recording
27
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging highlights
29
pretty wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone socket
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic jack
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Panasonic FS15
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-104mm (4.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.6-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
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
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 143g (0.32 pounds) 136g (0.30 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 (10 seconds, 2 seconds, 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 release $149 $180