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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3

Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
22
Overall
28
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z270
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-7.8) lens
  • 111g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
  • Released January 2009
Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and FP3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The EX-Z270 was unveiled 12 months prior to the FP3 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the EX-Z270 scores versus the FP3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Panasonic FP3

 EX-Z270 FP3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Casio EX-Z270

 FP3 EX-Z270 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution230k115kCrisper screen (+115k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FP3

 EX-Z270 FP3 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FP3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-Z270 vs the FP3.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and FP3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z270 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FP3 will render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z270 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FP3 Portrait photography factors
19
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FP3 as a Street photography camera
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with touch to focus
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
heavier than competitors in class (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic FP3 Sports photography highlights
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
max fps low (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Travel photography features
Panasonic FP3 Travel photography features
58
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
60
comes with touch to focus
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (155 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z270 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FP3 Landscape photography advice
31
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.5")
lacks RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
37
screen is a decent size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z270
Vlogging with Panasonic FP3
29
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
display isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
27
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic support
heavier than competitors in class (155 grams)
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FP3
 Casio Exilim EX-Z270Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
General Information
Brand Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z270 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-08 2010-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.5" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 5.744 x 4.308mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 24.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.6-7.8 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 6.3 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 115k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.90 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 111 grams (0.24 lbs) 155 grams (0.34 lbs)
Physical dimensions 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 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-80 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $0 $182