Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Revealed November 2011
Photography Glossary Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z33 was introduced 3 years before the 3D1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z33 matches up versus the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Panasonic 3D1
| EX-Z33 | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Casio EX-Z33
| 3D1 | EX-Z33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 26 months | |
| Display size | 3.5" | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") | |
| Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic 3D1
| EX-Z33 | 3D1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z33 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic 3D1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the 3D1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and 3D1 is 97 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z33 and 3D1.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic 3D1 to render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-08-31 | 2011-11-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 23 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.9-5.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 2.80 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 106 grams (0.23 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-82 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $120 | $670 |