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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 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
  • Released July 2011
Panasonic FP8
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
  • Released July 2009
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was brought out 2 years later than the FP8 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-ZS15 grades versus the FP8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FP8

 EX-ZS15 FP8 
ReleasedJuly 2011July 2009Fresher by 25 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FP8 EX-ZS15 
Display size2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP8

 EX-ZS15 FP8 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-ZS15 offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZS15 compared to the FP8.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZS15 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZS15 and FP8.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-ZS15 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZS15 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FP8 as a Portrait photography camera
28
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
20
no manual focus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FP8 as a Street photography camera
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than average (154g)
low max ISO (0)
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than competitors in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Sports photography with Panasonic FP8
32
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
24
has image stabilization (Optical)
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography details
Panasonic FP8 Travel photography details
61
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (154g)
screen is not selfie friendly
56
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (151 grams)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FP8 Landscape photography info
32
good max aperture (f)
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
tiny screen (")
no manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
low max ISO (0)
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
32
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Vlogging factors
Panasonic FP8 Vlogging factors
26
good max aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
heavier than average (154 grams)
28
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
more heavy than competitors in class (151g)
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FP8
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2011-07-18 2009-07-27
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine V
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 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 28-128mm (4.6x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 2.7"
Display resolution 0 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 60 secs
Max shutter speed - 1/1300 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.50 m
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 154 gr (0.34 pounds) 151 gr (0.33 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8")
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 shooting
Storage type - SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $248 $300