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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed July 2011
Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Overview

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Casio. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the EX-ZS5 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced 7 months after the EX-ZS5 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the EX-ZS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 EX-ZS15 EX-ZS5 
ReleasedJuly 2011January 2011More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 EX-ZS5 EX-ZS15 
Screen size3""Bigger screen (+3")
Screen resolution461k0kClearer screen (+461k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Casio EX-ZS5

 EX-ZS15 EX-ZS5 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the EX-ZS5.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and EX-ZS5 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and EX-ZS5.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer EX-ZS15 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography information
Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography information
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography factors
Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography factors
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
maximum ISO low (0)
49
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography highlights
Casio EX-ZS5 Sports photography highlights
32
MP count decent (14MP)
provides tracking focus
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
32
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Travel photography camera
Casio EX-ZS5 as a Travel photography camera
61
MP count decent (14MP)
good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (154 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
71
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Casio EX-ZS5 as a Landscape photography camera
32
good max aperture (f)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small ( inches)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
38
fast maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3")
good megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Vlogging camera
Casio EX-ZS5 as a Vlogging camera
26
good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition in class (154g)
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low res video (848 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Casio EX-ZS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Casio EX-ZS5
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
General Information
Make Casio Casio
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-07-18 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Exilim Engine 5.0
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO - 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () ()
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing - 3 inch
Resolution of display 0k dots 461k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 15 secs
Highest shutter speed - 1/2000 secs
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash options no built-in flash -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 848 x 480
Highest video resolution 1280x720 848x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154g (0.34 lbs) -
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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
Time lapse recording
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $248 $100