Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6
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![Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front Casio Exilim EX-Z450 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450/Casio-EX-Z450-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH6/Panasonic-FH6-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 119g - 96 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z450 was manufactured 3 years before the FH6 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the EX-Z450 matches up vs the FH6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic FH6
EX-Z450 | FH6 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH6 over the Casio EX-Z450
FH6 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 29 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FH6
EX-Z450 | FH6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Casio EX-Z450 comes with outside dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z450 versus the FH6.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH6-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and FH6 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and FH6.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH6 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FH6 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 119 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 56 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 life | - | 280 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $229 | $129 |