Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5
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93 Imaging
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Portability
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43 Overall
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91 Imaging
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 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 TS5
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Announced July 2013
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT5
- Previous Model is Panasonic TS4
- Updated by Panasonic TS6
Photography Glossary Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the TS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Panasonic TS5
| EX-ZR15 | TS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Casio EX-ZR15
| TS5 | EX-ZR15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2013 |  | January 2012 | Newer by 18 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic TS5
| EX-ZR15 | TS5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the TS5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and TS5 is 93 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and TS5.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be behind in sensor tech.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Casio EX-ZR15 Portrait photography info
Panasonic TS5 Portrait photography info
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
has face detection autofocus
no manual control
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Casio EX-ZR15 Street photography advice
Panasonic TS5 Street photography advice
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Casio EX-ZR15 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Sports photography camera
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
great battery (325 CIPA)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
has tracking focus
environment proof
better than average battery life (370 per charge)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel photography with Panasonic TS5
great battery (325 shots)
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
better than average battery life (370 shots)
environment proof
good megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Casio EX-ZR15 Landscape photography factors
Panasonic TS5 Landscape photography factors
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (16MP)
great battery (325 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse function
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
environment proof
better than average battery life (370 shots)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Casio EX-ZR15 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic TS5 as a Vlogging camera
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
no external microphone port
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
does not have microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic TS5 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FT5 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2013-07-12 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 23 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Microphone 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 370 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-110 | DMW-BCM13 |
| 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 |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $249 | $350 |