Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front Casio Exilim EX-Z16 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z16/Casio-EX-Z16-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12/Panasonic-FS12-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z16 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z16 was launched 18 months after the FS12 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the EX-Z16 matches up against the FS12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Panasonic FS12
EX-Z16 | FS12 | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | ![]() | April 2009 | Newer by 18 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Casio EX-Z16
FS12 | EX-Z16 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+2.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS12
EX-Z16 | FS12 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z16 enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z16 versus Panasonic FS12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z16 and the FS12.
![Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and FS12 is 99 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and FS12.
As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you will want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger EX-Z16 should have an edge in sensor tech.
![Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z16-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FS12-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-09-20 | 2009-04-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias 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 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | - | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 848 x 480 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 848x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 129 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $100 | $228 |