Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 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
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Announced September 2018

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-ZR15 and Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

The EX-ZR15 was unveiled 7 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the ZX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Zeiss ZX1
EX-ZR15 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Casio EX-ZR15
ZX1 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 81 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 4.34" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") |
Display resolution | 2765k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+2304k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Zeiss ZX1
EX-ZR15 | ZX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR15 and Zeiss ZX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR15 vs the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR15 and ZX1 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and ZX1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR15 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will result in greater detail having an extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR15 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Zeiss |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-09 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 37 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 255 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2-22 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 4.34" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-110 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $249 | - |