Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 222g - 108 x 60 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced June 2013
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
The following is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Olympus. The resolution of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe EX-ZR700 was announced 4 months earlier than the SZ-15 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-ZR700 scores against the SZ-15 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR700 over the Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR700 | SZ-15 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Casio EX-ZR700
SZ-15 | EX-ZR700 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR700 | SZ-15 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | June 2013 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR700 provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR700 and Olympus SZ-15 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR700 compared to the SZ-15.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR700 and SZ-15 is 91 and 88 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR700 and SZ-15.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you need to factor the age of the cameras into account.
Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-ZR700 vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Olympus |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 | Olympus SZ-15 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.70 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30,20,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps), | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 222g (0.49 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 60 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
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 | 470 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-130 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $370 | $200 |