Casio EX-Z29 vs Panasonic FP8

Let's look more closely at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is very well matched but the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and FP8 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z29 was announced 4 months earlier than the FP8 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the EX-Z29 grades against the FP8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z29 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FP8 has proportions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-Z29 versus Panasonic FP8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z29 versus the FP8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z29 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and FP8.

All in all, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z29 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FP8 will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.