Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 201g - 104 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Launched November 2011

Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Casio EX-FH100 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-FH100 was released 16 months before the 3D1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-FH100 matches up against the 3D1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Panasonic 3D1
EX-FH100 | 3D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Casio EX-FH100
3D1 | EX-FH100 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 16 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Panasonic 3D1
EX-FH100 | 3D1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH100 enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-FH100 and Panasonic 3D1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-FH100 compared to the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and 3D1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH100 and 3D1.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic 3D1 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older EX-FH100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-06-16 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 lb) | 193g (0.43 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $670 |