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Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z400 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z400
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
  • 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
  • Released January 2009
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
  • Released January 2010
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was introduced 12 months before the FP2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the EX-Z400 matches up against the FP2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z400 FP2 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Casio EX-Z400

 FP2 EX-Z400 
ReleasedJanuary 2010January 2009More recent by 12 months

Common features in the Casio EX-Z400 and Panasonic FP2

 EX-Z400 FP2 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z400 has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the FP2.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z400 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and FP2.

To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The older EX-Z400 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z400
Portrait photography with Panasonic FP2
21
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
28
good resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Street photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Street photography advice
57
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competition (151 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Sports photography info
Panasonic FP2 Sports photography info
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Casio EX-Z400
Travel photography with Panasonic FP2
58
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
56
good resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (151g)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z400 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography advice
37
really wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
33
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Casio EX-Z400
Vlogging with Panasonic FP2
29
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic port
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external mic jack
heavier than competition (151 grams)
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Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z400 and Panasonic FP2
 Casio Exilim EX-Z400Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
General Information
Make Casio Panasonic
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z400 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-01-08 2010-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.6-7.0 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1/2 seconds 60 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 4.90 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 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)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 130g (0.29 pounds) 151g (0.33 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7")
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 model NP-40 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
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