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Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
  • Introduced February 2010
Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

Its time to look a little more closely at the Casio EX-Z35 versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was brought out 2 months after the FP2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the EX-Z35 grades vs the FP2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z35 FP2 
Focus manually Dial exact focusing

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z35

 FP2 EX-Z35 
Display dimension2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z35 FP2 
RevealedFebruary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 has got external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z35 versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z35 compared to the FP2.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and FP2 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and FP2.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Portrait photography camera
27
you can focus manually
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Street photography camera
48
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
more heavy than competition (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z35
Sports photography with Panasonic FP2
17
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography features
Panasonic FP2 Travel photography features
52
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
56
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (151g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FP2 as a Landscape photography camera
28
you can focus manually
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
small screen (2.5")
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
32
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FP2 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of external mic support
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
more heavy than competition (151 grams)
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Make Casio Panasonic
Model type Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2010-02-21 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 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 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 64 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-107mm (3.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.20 m 4.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AEB
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 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124g (0.27 lb) 151g (0.33 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-82 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $99 $80