Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic ZR3
EX-FC100 | ZR3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Casio EX-FC100
ZR3 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZR3
EX-FC100 | ZR3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 | |
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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 |