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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 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
  • Revealed July 2011
Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was revealed 19 months after the FP3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-ZS15 matches up vs the FP3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FP3

 EX-ZS15 FP3 
IntroducedJuly 2011January 2010Newer by 19 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FP3 EX-ZS15 
Display sizing3""Larger display (+3")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP3

 EX-ZS15 FP3 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the FP3.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and FP3.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZS15 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography information
Panasonic FP3 Portrait photography information
28
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography information
Panasonic FP3 Street photography information
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors (154g)
low maximum ISO (0)
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than average in class (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography info
Panasonic FP3 Sports photography info
32
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP3 Travel photography details
61
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
great maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (154 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
60
includes touch focus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (155g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FP3 Landscape photography highlights
32
great maximum aperture (f)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
screen is small (")
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
37
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FP3 as a Vlogging camera
26
great maximum aperture (f)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competitors (154 grams)
27
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
more heavy than average in class (155g)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP3
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2011-07-18 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine IV
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 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal - 3"
Screen resolution 0k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed - 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed - 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.90 m
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 gr (0.34 lb) 155 gr (0.34 lb)
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 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
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $248 $182