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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
21
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
26
Overall
32

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC100
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F3.6-8.5) lens
  • 156g - 100 x 59 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

Below, we are matching up the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and ZR3 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was manufactured 12 months prior to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the ZR3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic ZR3

 EX-FC100 ZR3 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Casio EX-FC100

 ZR3 EX-FC100 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZR3

 EX-FC100 ZR3 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension2.7"2.7"Identical display size
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-FC100 and the ZR3.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and ZR3 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and ZR3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to provide more detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC100
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZR3
27
you can focus manually
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Street photography camera
56
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Sports photography factors
24
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
sensor resolution low (9MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
36
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Travel photography information
Panasonic ZR3 Travel photography information
52
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.6)
64
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Landscape photography camera
32
you can focus manually
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
sensor resolution low (9MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
37
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-FC100 Vlogging features
Panasonic ZR3 Vlogging features
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone socket
29
reasonably wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic socket
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZR3
 Casio Exilim EX-FC100Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC100 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-ZX3
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-01-08 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 9 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3456 x 2592 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-200mm (8.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.6-8.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1000s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 5.30 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps),448 x 336 (240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 156 gr (0.34 lb) 159 gr (0.35 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $300 $280