Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP5

Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was announced 7 months after the FP5 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-ZS15 scores vs the FP5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 comes with exterior dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZS15 and the FP5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZS15 and FP5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The newer EX-ZS15 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.