Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-FC100 was released 4 months prior to the ZS3 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-FC100 scores against the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic ZS3
EX-FC100 | ZS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Casio EX-FC100
ZS3 | EX-FC100 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZS3
EX-FC100 | ZS3 | |||
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Announced | January 2009 | May 2009 | Similar age | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FC100 versus Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the ZS3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC100 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and ZS3.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS3 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-01-08 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 9MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 229 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $200 |