Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 499g - 120 x 76 x 80mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Successor is Panasonic LZ30
Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-FH25 and Panasonic LZ20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and LZ20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-FH25 was unveiled 24 months prior to the LZ20 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-FH25 scores against the LZ20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Panasonic LZ20
EX-FH25 | LZ20 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LZ20 over the Casio EX-FH25
LZ20 | EX-FH25 | |||
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Revealed | July 2012 | July 2010 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Panasonic LZ20
EX-FH25 | LZ20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-FH25 has got exterior dimensions of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ20 has dimensions of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-FH25 and Panasonic LZ20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-FH25 compared to the LZ20.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FH25 and LZ20 is 69 and 71 respectively.
Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FH25 and LZ20.
As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic LZ20 to show more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH25 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Panasonic LZ20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 40.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 524 gr (1.16 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") | 120 x 76 x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
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 | - | 380 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $450 | $250 |