Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic GH3

On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic GH3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is relatively similar but the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-ZR15 was launched 8 months earlier than the GH3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-ZR15 scores vs the GH3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 features outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic GH3 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic GH3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the GH3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and GH3 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR15 and GH3.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The EX-ZR15 has the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.