Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP7

Let's take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z35 vs Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was announced 10 months earlier than the FP7 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z35 grades vs the FP7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 provides outer 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 FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z35 and the FP7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z35 and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z35 and FP7.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FP7 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older EX-Z35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.