Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2014
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe EX-ZR15 was revealed 24 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the EX-ZR15 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR15 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Casio EX-ZR15
Galaxy Camera 2 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | January 2012 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 461k | Sharper display (+576k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
EX-ZR15 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and Galaxy Camera 2.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 images | 400 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-110 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $249 | $400 |