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Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3

Portability
91
Imaging
37
Features
32
Overall
35
Casio Exilim EX-H20G front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs

Casio EX-H20G
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Panasonic FH3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS11
Photography Glossary

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Overview

In this article, we will be looking at the Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-H20G (14MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-H20G was announced 9 months later than the FH3 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-H20G grades vs the FH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Panasonic FH3

 EX-H20G FH3 
AnnouncedSeptember 2010January 2010Fresher by 9 months
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kCrisper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Casio EX-H20G

 FH3 EX-H20G 

Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Panasonic FH3

 EX-H20G FH3 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-H20G vs the FH3.

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H20G and FH3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and FH3.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should always factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-H20G provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FH3 Portrait photography highlights
35
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Street photography advice
Panasonic FH3 Street photography advice
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than others (216 grams)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Sports photography camera
38
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Travel photography details
Panasonic FH3 Travel photography details
60
megapixel count good (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (216 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-H20G Landscape photography features
Panasonic FH3 Landscape photography features
46
has manual focus
fairly wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
37
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not available
small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-H20G as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Vlogging camera
27
fairly wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
heavier than others (216 grams)
29
pretty wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone port
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Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-H20G and Panasonic FH3
 Casio Exilim EX-H20GPanasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
General Information
Brand Name Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-H20G Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
Also referred to as - Lumix DMC-FS11
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2010-09-20 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine HS -
Sensor type CCD 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 14MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focusing range 7cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 6.80 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone 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 BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 216g (0.48 lb) 165g (0.36 lb)
Dimensions 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-90 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $300 $160