Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FH8

Below is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FH8, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and FH8 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was announced 2 years later than the FH8 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the EX-100 matches up against the FH8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-100 enjoys physical dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FH8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-100 versus the FH8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-100 and FH8 is 83 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-100 and FH8.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FH8 will result in extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.