Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-396mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 345g - 103 x 73 x 68mm
- Launched February 2009

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was revealed 2 years after the Fujifilm S1500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the Fujifilm S1500 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Fujifilm FinePix S1500. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Fujifilm S1500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Fujifilm S1500
EX-ZR15 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1500 over the Casio EX-ZR15
Fujifilm S1500 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1500
EX-ZR15 | Fujifilm S1500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1500 has measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the Fujifilm S1500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1500 is 93 and 82 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and Fujifilm S1500.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Casio EX-ZR15 to show extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR15 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Fujifilm S1500 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | FujiFilm |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Fujifilm FinePix S1500 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 33-396mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 8.70 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 345g (0.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 73 x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 325 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $200 |