Casio EX-Z400 vs Panasonic FP3

The following is a extended overview of the Casio EX-Z400 versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z400 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z400 was brought out 12 months earlier than the FP3 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z400 matches up against the FP3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z400 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z400 offers 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) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-Z400 compared to the FP3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z400 and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z400 and FP3.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FP3 to offer greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z400 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.