Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 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
- Announced September 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
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Below is a extensive overview of the Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z16 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-Z16 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") offer different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-Z16 was announced 21 months later than the FS7 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-Z16 grades versus the FS7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z16 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z16 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Panasonic FS7
| EX-Z16 | FS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 21 months |
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Casio EX-Z16
| FS7 | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 2.7" |  | " | Larger display (+2.7") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z16 and Panasonic FS7
| EX-Z16 | FS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z16 provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z16 against the FS7.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z16 and FS7 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z16 and FS7.
Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z16 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Casio EX-Z16 will produce extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-Z16 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-Z16 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2010-09-20 | 2009-01-16 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 7cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | - | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 0 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure 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 | 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 |
| Mic 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 proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | - | 139 gr (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| 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 shooting | ||
| Storage media | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $100 | $160 |
