Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS12

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS15 was introduced 2 years later than the FS12 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-ZS15 scores against the FS12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-ZS15 offers outer measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS12 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-ZS15 against the FS12.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS15 and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS15 and FS12.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-ZS15 to provide more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-ZS15 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.