Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FP5

Let's examine more closely at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z16 was brought out 3 months prior to the FP5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z16 grades vs the FP5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z16 features external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z16 versus Panasonic FP5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z16 vs the FP5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z16 and FP5 is 99 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z16 and FP5.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP5 to resolve more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively.