Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011

Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Its time to look much closer at the Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z33 was brought out 16 months prior to the S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z33 grades vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Panasonic S1
EX-Z33 | S1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Casio EX-Z33
S1 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 16 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic S1
EX-Z33 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z33 compared to the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z33 and S1 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z33 and S1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic S1 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z33 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-08-31 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $120 | $269 |