Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90
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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-FX90 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90/Panasonic-FX90-front.jpg)
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Casio and Panasonic. The resolution of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
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The EX-Z450 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the FX90 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the EX-Z450 scores vs the FX90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Panasonic FX90
EX-Z450 | FX90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Casio EX-Z450
FX90 | EX-Z450 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FX90
EX-Z450 | FX90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z450 has got 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) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has specifications of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z450 and Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-Z450 compared to the FX90.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z450 and FX90 is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z450 and FX90.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-Z450 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Casio EX-Z450 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z450-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FX90-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 FX90 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-18 | 2011-08-26 |
Body design | 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 | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
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 gr (0.28 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
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, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $229 | $227 |