Casio EX-Z29 vs Panasonic FP2

The following is a extended assessment of the Casio EX-Z29 and Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and FP2 (14MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and FP2 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z29 was unveiled 10 months prior to the FP2 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z29 scores against the FP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 features outer measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FP2 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the FP2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and FP2.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic FP2 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.