Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3
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Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 121g - 97 x 57 x 20mm
- Released February 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-S7 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-S7 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-S7 was revealed 2 months later than the FP3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the EX-S7 grades versus the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S7 over the Panasonic FP3
EX-S7 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-S7
FP3 | EX-S7 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-S7 and Panasonic FP3
EX-S7 | FP3 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | January 2010 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-S7 provides outside measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-S7 and Panasonic FP3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the FP3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S7 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S7 and FP3.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP3 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively.
Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-S7 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-S7 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-21 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $140 | $182 |