Casio EX-G1 vs Panasonic FP7

Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-G1 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-G1 (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-G1 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the FP7 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-G1 grades versus the FP7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-G1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-G1 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-G1 offers outside measurements of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") with a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-G1 compared to the FP7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-G1 and FP7 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-G1 and FP7.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP7 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged EX-G1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.