Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FP5

Its time to examine more in depth at the Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S200 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S200 was launched 5 months before the FP5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-S200 grades versus the FP5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S200 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S200 has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S200 vs Panasonic FP5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-S200 vs the FP5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S200 and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S200 and FP5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should take the launch date of the cameras into account.