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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
28
Overall
32
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 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
  • Announced January 2010
Panasonic FS12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Push 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-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Overview

On this page, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was revealed 9 months after the FS12 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z2000 grades versus the FS12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Panasonic FS12

 EX-Z2000 FS12 
LaunchedJanuary 2010April 2009More modern by 9 months
Manually focus More precise focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Casio EX-Z2000

 FS12 EX-Z2000 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FS12

 EX-Z2000 FS12 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 has exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z2000 versus the FS12.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z2000 and FS12.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z2000 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-Z2000 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FS12 Portrait photography factors
34
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
20
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
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 FS12
55
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than competition (152g)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Sports photography with Panasonic FS12
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Travel photography features
Panasonic FS12 Travel photography features
62
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (152g)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
51
has built in flash
no Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FS12 Landscape photography info
46
manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Vlogging features
Panasonic FS12 Vlogging features
28
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
missing mic jack
heavier than competition (152 grams)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone support
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z2000 and Panasonic FS12
 Casio Exilim EX-Z2000Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
General Information
Manufacturer Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2009-04-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Max boosted ISO - 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 31-124mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 461 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 6.30 m
Flash settings Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction 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
Supported video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 152 gr (0.34 pounds) 129 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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
Battery model NP-110 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $0 $228