Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 106g - 95 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Announced January 2009
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe EX-Z33 was released 8 months after the FZ28 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the EX-Z33 grades versus the FZ28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Panasonic FZ28
EX-Z33 | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | August 2009 | January 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Casio EX-Z33
FZ28 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic FZ28
EX-Z33 | FZ28 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the FZ28.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and FZ28 is 97 and 72 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and FZ28.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of images though you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-Z33 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-31 | 2009-01-15 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.80 m | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $120 | $599 |