Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front Casio Exilim EX-Z270 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z270-ek-fs.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5/Panasonic-FP5-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Casio and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and FP5 (14MP) and the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and FP5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.
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The EX-Z270 was introduced 24 months before the FP5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z270 grades versus the FP5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Panasonic FP5
EX-Z270 | FP5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Casio EX-Z270
FP5 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 24 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FP5
EX-Z270 | FP5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 features physical measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z270 compared to the FP5.
![Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z270-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z270-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z270 and FP5.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z270 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FP5 will result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older EX-Z270 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z270-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z270-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 115k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 260 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $199 |