Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS10

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was revealed 4 months earlier than the FH1 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z450 matches up against the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic FH1
EX-Z450 | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Casio EX-Z450
FH1 | EX-Z450 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FH1
EX-Z450 | FH1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 provides outer measurements of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the FH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z450 and FH1 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z450 and FH1.
As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lbs) | 163 gr (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $229 | $150 |