Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic FH7

In this write-up, we are comparing the Casio EX-10 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-10 (12MP) and FH7 (16MP) and the EX-10 (1/1.7") and FH7 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-10 was released 2 years after the FH7 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-10 grades against the FH7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-10 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-10 comes with outer measurements of 120mm x 68mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic FH7 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-10 versus the FH7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-10 and FH7 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-10 and FH7.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The EX-10 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic FH7 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer EX-10 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.