Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Superseded the Panasonic TS1
- Later Model is Panasonic TS3

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic TS2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was released 24 months later than the TS2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Panasonic TS2
EX-ZR15 | TS2 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Casio EX-ZR15
TS2 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic TS2
EX-ZR15 | TS2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR15 provides external 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 Panasonic TS2 has dimensions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the TS2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and TS2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and TS2.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR15 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZR15 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $249 | $350 |