Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15
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Casio EX-ZR800 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
- Launched August 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR800 was released 2 months after the SZ-15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR800 matches up vs the SZ-15 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Olympus SZ-15. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR800 over the Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR800 | SZ-15 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Casio EX-ZR800
SZ-15 | EX-ZR800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR800 and Olympus SZ-15
EX-ZR800 | SZ-15 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZR800 has exterior measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SZ-15 has dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Olympus SZ-15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the SZ-15.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR800 and SZ-15 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR800 and SZ-15.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

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Casio EX-ZR800 vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Olympus |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 | Olympus SZ-15 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-08-07 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXILIM Engine HS 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 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 (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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) | 250 gr (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 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 | 470 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $429 | $200 |