Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7
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![Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 front Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15/Casio-EX-ZR15-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 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
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ10
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS8
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and ZS7 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The EX-ZR15 was brought out 6 months later than the ZS7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the ZS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Panasonic ZS7
EX-ZR15 | ZS7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS7 over the Casio EX-ZR15
ZS7 | EX-ZR15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Panasonic ZS7
EX-ZR15 | ZS7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 features external dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR15 versus the ZS7.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 size comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS7-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and ZS7 is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR15 and ZS7.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR15 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively.
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 sensor size comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-ZR15-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Panasonic ZS7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 218 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | - |
Battery format | 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 | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $249 | $350 |