Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 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
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 144g - 95 x 56 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is mju 7040

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the 7040 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was brought out 2 years later than the 7040 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-ZR15 scores against the 7040 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Olympus Stylus 7040. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Olympus 7040 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Olympus 7040
EX-ZR15 | 7040 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 25 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus 7040 over the Casio EX-ZR15
7040 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Olympus 7040
EX-ZR15 | 7040 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR15 comes with exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 7040 has proportions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 and the 7040.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and 7040 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and 7040.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR15 to result in extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger EX-ZR15 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Olympus 7040 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus Stylus 7040 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Olympus Stylus 7040 |
Also called | - | mju 7040 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 144 grams (0.32 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $249 | $299 |