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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Olympus FE-3010 front
Portability
97
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2011
Olympus FE-3010
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-108mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 108g - 93 x 56 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Olympus FE-3010, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Olympus. The image resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FE-3010 (12MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was unveiled 2 years later than the FE-3010 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the EX-ZS15 scores against the FE-3010 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Olympus FE-3010

 EX-ZS15 FE-3010 
LaunchedJuly 2011January 2009More recent by 31 months

Reasons to pick Olympus FE-3010 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FE-3010 EX-ZS15 
Screen dimension2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Olympus FE-3010

 EX-ZS15 FE-3010 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS15 has got outside dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-3010 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 108 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Olympus FE-3010 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-ZS15 vs the FE-3010.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and FE-3010 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and FE-3010.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Casio EX-ZS15 to provide more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS15 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Portrait photography with Olympus FE-3010
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
26
features face detection focus
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography advice
Olympus FE-3010 Street photography advice
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (154 grams)
maximum ISO low (0)
63
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus FE-3010 as a Sports photography camera
32
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
features tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
34
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography highlights
Olympus FE-3010 Travel photography highlights
61
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
very good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (154 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
57
weather proofing
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Landscape photography with Olympus FE-3010
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
doesn't have RAW format
no Timelapse function
32
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather proofing
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Olympus FE-3010
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (154 grams)
28
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detection focus
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external microphone port
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Olympus FE-3010 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Olympus FE-3010
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Olympus FE-3010
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Olympus
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Olympus FE-3010
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-07-18 2009-01-07
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO - 1600
Minimum native ISO - 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 36-108mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 2.7"
Screen resolution 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 4s
Maximum shutter speed - 1/2000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.00 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lbs) 108 gr (0.24 lbs)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 93 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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
Self timer - Yes (12 seconds)
Time lapse feature
Storage media - xD-Picture Card, microSD, internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $248 $140