Casio EX-FH100 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-FH100 versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-FH100 (10MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FH100 was announced 14 months later than the ZS3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-FH100 matches up versus the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FH100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-FH100 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-FH100 comes with exterior 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 ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Casio EX-FH100 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FH100 vs the ZS3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH100 and ZS3 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FH100 and ZS3.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger EX-FH100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.