Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was revealed 4 years before the F5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the EX-Z450 matches up vs the F5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic F5
EX-Z450 | F5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Casio EX-Z450
F5 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 41 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic F5
EX-Z450 | F5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outside measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic F5 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Analyze the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the F5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and F5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and F5.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic F5 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $229 | $100 |