Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Announced August 2012

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VH-515, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR100 was launched 13 months before the VH-515 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 matches up vs the VH-515 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 and Olympus VH-515. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Olympus VH-515
EX-ZR100 | VH-515 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VH-515 over the Casio EX-ZR100
VH-515 | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VH-515
EX-ZR100 | VH-515 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR100 features external dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has sizing of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR100 and Olympus VH-515 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR100 compared to the VH-515.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and VH-515 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and VH-515.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Olympus VH-515 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus VH-515 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Olympus VH-515 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2012-08-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine HS | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 204g (0.45 lb) | 152g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $648 |