Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2
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95 Imaging
37 Features
17 Overall
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- 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
- Released September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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
- Introduced January 2010
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In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-Z16 was unveiled 9 months after the FP2 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the EX-Z16 matches up vs the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Panasonic FP2
| EX-Z16 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 9 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z16
| FP2 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FP2
| EX-Z16 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 offers outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has specifications 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z16 and the FP2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z16 and FP2 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and FP2.
To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FP2 to give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger EX-Z16 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 7cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | - | 2.7" |
| Resolution of display | 0 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 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 metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) |
| 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 Overall 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 shooting | ||
| Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $100 | $80 |
