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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 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
  • Announced July 2011
Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced 19 months after the FP1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short highlight of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the FP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FP1

 EX-ZS15 FP1 
LaunchedJuly 2011January 2010More modern by 19 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FP1 EX-ZS15 
Display dimension2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kSharper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP1

 EX-ZS15 FP1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 enjoys exterior 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 Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 versus the FP1.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and FP1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS15 and FP1.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZS15 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS15 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FP1 Portrait photography information
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography info
Panasonic FP1 Street photography info
48
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
more heavy than average (154 grams)
max ISO too low (0)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than average (151g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography features
Panasonic FP1 Sports photography features
32
MP count good (14MP)
offers tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP1 Travel photography details
61
MP count good (14 megapixels)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (154g)
display is not selfie friendly
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (151g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FP1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
great max aperture (f)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen ( inches)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging info
Panasonic FP1 Vlogging info
26
great max aperture (f)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
more heavy than average (154g)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than average (151 grams)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP1
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2011-07-18 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 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 - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO - 6400
Min native ISO - 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal - 2.7"
Resolution of display 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed - 60s
Highest shutter speed - 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 grams (0.34 pounds) 151 grams (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $248 $153