Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7
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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Casio EX-Z270 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.5").

The EX-Z270 was manufactured very close to the FS7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the EX-Z270 matches up against the FS7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z270 over the Panasonic FS7
EX-Z270 | FS7 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Casio EX-Z270
FS7 | EX-Z270 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z270 and Panasonic FS7
EX-Z270 | FS7 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 provides external dimensions 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 FS7 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z270 versus Panasonic FS7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z270 vs the FS7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z270 and FS7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z270 and FS7.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z270 vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z270 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor surface area | 24.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-7.8 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 6.3 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 111 gr (0.24 lbs) | 139 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-80 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $160 |