Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10
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![Casio Exilim EX-FH100 front Casio Exilim EX-FH100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-FH100/Casio-EX-FH100-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10/Panasonic-SZ10-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 201g - 104 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 177g - 99 x 60 x 30mm
- Released January 2015
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and SZ10 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-FH100 was announced 5 years before the SZ10 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the EX-FH100 matches up vs the SZ10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH100 over the Panasonic SZ10
EX-FH100 | SZ10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ10 over the Casio EX-FH100
SZ10 | EX-FH100 | |||
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Released | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 55 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH100 and Panasonic SZ10
EX-FH100 | SZ10 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-FH100 has external dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ10 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-FH100 compared to the SZ10.
![Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FH100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-FH100 and SZ10 is 92 and 93 respectively.
![Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FH100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-FH100 and SZ10.
As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ10 to deliver more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FH100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-FH100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-SZ10-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic SZ10 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p), 320 x 240 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 lbs) | 177g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 60 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $299 | $200 |