Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus FE-45

The following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-Z450 vs Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z450 was announced 8 months after the FE-45 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z450 grades against the FE-45 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Olympus FE-45. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 offers external measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has specifications of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z450 against the FE-45.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and FE-45 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and FE-45.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-Z450 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer EX-Z450 provides a benefit in sensor technology.