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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27
Casio Exilim EX-FC150 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
29
Overall
35

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Key Specs

Casio EX-FC150
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-185mm (F3.6-4.5) lens
  • 173g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
  • Launched November 2009
Panasonic SZ3
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FC150 (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC150 was released 4 years earlier than the SZ3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the EX-FC150 grades vs the SZ3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-FC150 over the Panasonic SZ3

 EX-FC150 SZ3 
Focus manually More accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Casio EX-FC150

 SZ3 EX-FC150 
IntroducedJanuary 2013November 2009More recent by 38 months

Common features in the Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic SZ3

 EX-FC150 SZ3 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FC150 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 173 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-FC150 against the SZ3.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FC150 and SZ3 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FC150 and SZ3.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic SZ3 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older EX-FC150 will be behind in sensor technology.

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-FC150
Portrait photography with Panasonic SZ3
26
focusing manually
no manual mode
external flash not possible
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Street photography details
Panasonic SZ3 Street photography details
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (126g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-FC150
Sports photography with Panasonic SZ3
30
high fps (40.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic SZ3 Travel photography highlights
50
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
low MP (10MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
71
lighter than competition in class (126g)
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
no Timelapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-FC150 Landscape photography information
Panasonic SZ3 Landscape photography information
31
focusing manually
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
low MP (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
39
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-FC150
Vlogging with Panasonic SZ3
25
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone port
31
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (126g)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
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Casio EX-FC150 vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-FC150 and Panasonic SZ3
 Casio Exilim EX-FC150Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3
General Information
Make Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-FC150 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-11-16 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-185mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.6-4.5 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance 5cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 40.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 2.60 m 4.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 173 grams (0.38 lb) 126 grams (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 life - 250 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
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