Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3
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Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 216g - 103 x 68 x 29mm
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched May 2009
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ7

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the EX-H20G (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-H20G was brought out 17 months later than the ZS3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-H20G grades against the ZS3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H20G & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-H20G Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H20G over the Panasonic ZS3
EX-H20G | ZS3 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Casio EX-H20G
ZS3 | EX-H20G |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H20G and Panasonic ZS3
EX-H20G | ZS3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-H20G has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 68mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H20G against the ZS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H20G and ZS3 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H20G and ZS3.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Casio EX-H20G to provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-H20G provides an edge in sensor innovation.

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Casio EX-H20G vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H20G | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
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 | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 229 grams (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 68 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.1") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $200 |