Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(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
(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
Photography Glossary 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.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 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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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2010 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper 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 type | Fixed |  | 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.
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.
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 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.
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic 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 |