Casio EX-Z29 vs Panasonic FP3

Below is a thorough comparison of the Casio EX-Z29 and Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and FP3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The EX-Z29 was released 10 months prior to the FP3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the EX-Z29 matches up against the FP3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z29 has external measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z29 compared to the FP3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z29 and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and FP3.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The EX-Z29 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FP3 will render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.