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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 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
  • Launched July 2011
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-ZS15 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZS15 was released 2 years after the FS15 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-ZS15 grades vs the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Panasonic FS15

 EX-ZS15 FS15 
LaunchedJuly 2011January 2009Newer by 31 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Casio EX-ZS15

 FS15 EX-ZS15 
Display size2.7""Larger display (+2.7")
Display resolution230k0kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FS15

 EX-ZS15 FS15 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly display Absent Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZS15 comes with outside dimensions 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 FS15 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-ZS15 versus Panasonic FS15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZS15 against the FS15.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS15 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZS15 and FS15.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZS15 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger EX-ZS15 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FS15 Portrait photography info
28
decent MP (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
20
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Street photography advice
Panasonic FS15 Street photography advice
48
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competition (154 grams)
low maximum ISO (0)
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Sports photography factors
32
decent MP (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography advice
Panasonic FS15 Travel photography advice
61
decent MP (14MP)
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (154g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
51
flash built-in
missing Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-ZS15
Landscape photography with Panasonic FS15
32
good maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
screen is somewhat small (")
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
Vlogging with Panasonic FS15
26
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition (154 grams)
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
missing external mic jack
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Casio EX-ZS15 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS15 and Panasonic FS15
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS15Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-07-18 2009-01-16
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO - 1600
Highest enhanced ISO - 6400
Minimum native ISO - 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range () 29-145mm (5.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size - 2.7"
Resolution of display 0 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed - 60s
Max shutter speed - 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash modes no built-in flash Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 154 grams (0.34 pounds) 136 grams (0.30 pounds)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
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 feature
Storage media - SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Retail pricing $248 $180