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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1

Portability
99
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z16
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 848 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
  • n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced September 2010
Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was manufactured 9 months later than the FP1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the EX-Z16 scores vs the FP1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Panasonic FP1

 EX-Z16 FP1 
LaunchedSeptember 2010January 2010Fresher by 9 months
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Casio EX-Z16

 FP1 EX-Z16 
Screen dimensions2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kCrisper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FP1

 EX-Z16 FP1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z16 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z16 versus the FP1.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and FP1 is 99 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z16 and FP1.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern EX-Z16 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z16
Portrait photography with Panasonic FP1
27
manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
21
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z16
Street photography with Panasonic FP1
58
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z16
Sports photography with Panasonic FP1
27
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Travel photography factors
Panasonic FP1 Travel photography factors
53
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
50
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (151g)
low MP (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FP1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
manual focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is small ( inches)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z16 Vlogging details
Panasonic FP1 Vlogging details
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (848 x 480 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FP1
 Casio Exilim EX-Z16Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z16 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-09-20 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Exilim Engine 5.0 Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 7cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing - 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed - 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight - 151 gr (0.33 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media - SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $100 $153