Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580
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![Casio Exilim EX-100 front Casio Exilim EX-100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-100/Casio-EX-100-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580/Panasonic-FX580-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3.5" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/20000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-300mm (F2.8) lens
- 389g - 119 x 67 x 50mm
- Announced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
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Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very similar but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and FX580 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
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The EX-100 was introduced 5 years after the FX580 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the EX-100 matches up vs the FX580 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-100 over the Panasonic FX580
EX-100 | FX580 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 62 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Casio EX-100
FX580 | EX-100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-100 and Panasonic FX580
EX-100 | FX580 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-100 offers outer dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-100 and the FX580.
![Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and FX580 is 83 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and FX580.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The EX-100 has the larger sensor which will make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The younger EX-100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX580-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-06 | 2009-01-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/20000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 30.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.10 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 389 gr (0.86 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 119 x 67 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | ||
Battery life | 390 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $572 | $499 |