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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 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
  • Released July 2011
Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 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
  • Released January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

Below is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was launched 19 months later than the FP2 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the FP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-ZS15 FP2 
ReleasedJuly 2011January 2010More recent by 19 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FP2 EX-ZS15 
Display size2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-ZS15 FP2 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS15 enjoys outer measurements 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 FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the FP2.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and FP2.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZS15 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FP2 Portrait photography info
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Street photography advice
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
heavier than others (154g)
low max ISO (0)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Sports photography with Panasonic FP2
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
low fps (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP2 Travel photography details
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decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (154 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
56
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP2
32
great max aperture (f)
decent megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
small screen (")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
has no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
33
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Panasonic FP2
26
great max aperture (f)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic support
heavier than others (154g)
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic port
heavier than competitors in class (151g)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 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 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO - 6400
Min native ISO - 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.90 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lbs) 151 gr (0.33 lbs)
Physical 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 Overall 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
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $248 $80