Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Revealed June 2013

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was announced 17 months prior to the SZ-15 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR15 grades vs the SZ-15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR15 | SZ-15 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Casio EX-ZR15
SZ-15 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR15 | SZ-15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and SZ-15 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and SZ-15.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus SZ-15 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 250 grams (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $249 | $200 |