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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z2000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
  • Revealed January 2010
Panasonic FP2
(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
  • Released January 2010
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

Below is a complete assessment of the Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was launched around the same time to the FP2 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z2000 matches up vs the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z2000 FP2 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kSharper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z2000

 FP2 EX-Z2000 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z2000 FP2 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z2000 versus the FP2.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z2000 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z2000 and FP2.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Portrait photography with Panasonic FP2
35
manual focus
good MP (14 megapixels)
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
28
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Street photography with Panasonic FP2
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competition (152g)
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic FP2 Sports photography highlights
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Travel photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Travel photography advice
62
good MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (152 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
56
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (151 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP2
47
manual focus
fairly wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good MP (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse mode
33
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Vlogging camera
28
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic support
heavier than competition (152g)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (151g)
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z2000Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 26-130mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 4.90 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 152 grams (0.34 pounds) 151 grams (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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
Battery ID NP-110 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $0 $80