Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3
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93 Imaging
39 Features
43 Overall
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Portability
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40 Features
29 Overall
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96 Imaging
40 Features
29 Overall
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs
Casio EX-ZR15
(Full Review)
(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
Panasonic SZ3
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(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
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Here, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR15 was brought out 12 months prior to the SZ3 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-ZR15 scores against the SZ3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Panasonic SZ3
| EX-ZR15 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Casio EX-ZR15
| SZ3 | EX-ZR15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2013 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic SZ3
| EX-ZR15 | SZ3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Panasonic SZ3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the SZ3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and SZ3.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you should take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZR15
Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ3
has manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Casio EX-ZR15 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic SZ3 as a Street photography camera
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (126 grams)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Casio EX-ZR15 Sports photography features
Panasonic SZ3 Sports photography features
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
good battery pack (325 per charge)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Casio EX-ZR15 Travel photography information
Panasonic SZ3 Travel photography information
good battery pack (325 shots)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lighter than competition (126g)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZR15
Landscape photography with Panasonic SZ3
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
good battery pack (325 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging with Casio EX-ZR15
Vlogging with Panasonic SZ3
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of microphone jack
quite wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2013-01-07 |
| 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.20 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lb) | 126 grams (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 photographs | 250 photographs |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $249 | $150 |
