Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2012
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic S2, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z33 (10MP) and S2 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe EX-Z33 was revealed 3 years earlier than the S2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z33 matches up vs the S2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z33 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z33 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z33 over the Panasonic S2
EX-Z33 | S2 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Casio EX-Z33
S2 | EX-Z33 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | August 2009 | More recent by 28 months | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic S2
EX-Z33 | S2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z33 features external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 106 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z33 and Panasonic S2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z33 and the S2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z33 and S2 is 97 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z33 and S2.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic S2 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older EX-Z33 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z33 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z33 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-31 | 2012-01-09 |
Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.80 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 106 gr (0.23 pounds) | 112 gr (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 280 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $120 | $109 |