Casio EX-S5 vs Panasonic FP7

Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-S5 and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and FP7 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was introduced 24 months prior to the FP7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-S5 grades versus the FP7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S5 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-S5 and Panasonic FP7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-S5 and the FP7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and FP7 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-S5 and FP7.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to provide you with more detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older EX-S5 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.