Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FP3
EX-ZS15 | FP3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-ZS15
FP3 | EX-ZS15 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP3
EX-ZS15 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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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 |