Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH2
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS16
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Below is a extended review of the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic FH2, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Casio and Panasonic. The image resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the FH2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe EX-Z450 was brought out 16 months prior to the FH2 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-Z450 scores vs the FH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic FH2
| EX-Z450 | FH2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Casio EX-Z450
| FH2 | EX-Z450 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 16 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FH2
| EX-Z450 | FH2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outside dimensions 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 FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z450 versus Panasonic FH2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the FH2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and FH2 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z450 and FH2.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH2 to give extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
| Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-08-18 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
| 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 | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/3.1-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1/2 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 128 gr (0.28 pounds) | 121 gr (0.27 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | - | 270 photographs |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $229 | $149 |