Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70
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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Released April 2017
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS60
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS80

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZS70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FC100 was introduced 9 years earlier than the ZS70 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the EX-FC100 scores vs the ZS70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC100 over the Panasonic ZS70
EX-FC100 | ZS70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Casio EX-FC100
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Released | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 100 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZS70
EX-FC100 | ZS70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FC100 offers outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS70 has dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-FC100 and Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the ZS70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and ZS70 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and ZS70.
As you can see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS70 to show more detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FC100 vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FC100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-8.5 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 322 gr (0.71 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 380 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $450 |