Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS45

Lets take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR15 was revealed 4 years prior to the ZS45 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and ZS45 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and ZS45.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged EX-ZR15 is going to be behind in sensor technology.