Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FH20
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 133g - 97 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS30
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Here, we will be comparing the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z280 (12MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe EX-Z280 was introduced 4 months before the FH20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z280 matches up vs the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z280 over the Panasonic FH20
| EX-Z280 | FH20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Casio EX-Z280
| FH20 | EX-Z280 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FH20
| EX-Z280 | FH20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2009 |  | January 2010 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z280 features outside dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH20 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z280 and Panasonic FH20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z280 against the FH20.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z280 and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z280 and FH20.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH20 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.
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Casio EX-Z280 vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z280 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
| Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| 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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.20 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 178 gr (0.39 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 53 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
| 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-80 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $180 | $179 |